About Comox Valley
Getting Here
By Land
Once you are on Vancouver Island, the Comox Valley is only a 1 1/4 hour drive from Nanaimo or 2 1/2 hour drive from Victoria. Be sure to travel via the scenic Oceanside Highway 19A once you are north of Nanaimo or if time is of the essence, follow Highway 19. Coming from the North Island? The Comox Valley is only a 3 1/4 hour drive from Port Hardy. Highway 19 Exit numbers 87, 101, 117, 127, 130 and 144 will lead you to various points in the Comox Valley.
By Ferry
Regular ferry service links the British Columbia Mainland and Washington State to the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. Riding a ferry provides an opportunity to stretch your legs, enjoy a meal, browse the gift shop and observe marine traffic and wildlife. It is a mini-cruise in the middle of your vacation.
BC Ferry terminals on Vancouver Island are located in Victoria (Swartz Bay) and Nanaimo (Departure Bay or Duke Point) with ferry service to/from the Vancouver area, Comox with ferry service to/from Powell River on the Sunshine Coast, and Port Hardy with service from Prince Rupert via the Inside Passage (www.bcferries.ca).
Contact BC Ferries at 1-888-223-3779 for route information and reservations.
- Tsawwassen (Vancouver) to Swartz Bay (Victoria)
- Tsawwassen (Vancouver) to Duke Point (Nanaimo)
- Horseshoe Bay (Vancouver) to Departure Bay (Nanaimo)
- Westview (Powell River) to Little River (Comox)
- Prince Rupert to Port Hardy
- Bella Coola to Port Hardy
Take advantage of discounted ferry fares with the CirclePac. This Circle Tour offers four ferry/highway routes linking the Comox Valley with the Mainland and lower Vancouver Island. A truly unique way to make the journey a memorable part of the holiday!
From Washington State, you can travel to Vancouver Island via several routes. Follow the links for schedules and information.
- Victoria & San Juan Cruises: Bellingham to Victoria (package tour)
- Victoria Clipper: Seattle to Victoria (passenger only)
- M.V. Coho: Port Angeles to Victoria
- Washington Ferries: Anacortes to Sidney (Victoria)
By Air
The Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) is centrally located, providing easy access to all points on central and northern Vancouver Island with daily direct flights from major cities including Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton with connections beyond. For information on airlines, car rentals, and other services provided by the Comox Valley Airport, visit www.comoxairport.com.
Pacific Coastal Airlines and Central Mountain Air offer convenient service to and from Vancouver. Call Pacific Coastal 1-800-663-2872 or Central Mountain Air 1-888-865-8585 for schedules and reservations.
WestJet Airlines operates flights from Comox to Calgary with connections to Edmonton and many points east. Call WestJet at 1-888-937-8538 or 1-800-538-5696 for schedule information.
Flair Air charter service transports oil and gas construction workers to and from Fort Nelson. The flight originates in Kelowna with stops in Vancouver and Comox.
West Coast Air offers harbour to harbour flights between the downtown Vancouver terminal and the Comox Bay Marina. Call 1-800-347-2222 for reservations and schedules.
Harbour to harbour floatplane service is available between downtown Vancouver and the Comox Valley Marina (www.westcoastair.com).
Kenmore Air offers non-stop flights to and from Seattle Boeing Field to the Campbell River Airport, which is 35 minutes north of the Comox Valley. Call 1-866-435-9524 for reservations and schedules.
By Boat
Those travelling by boat will find a full range of facilities including moorage, showers, restaurants and shops adjacent to the Comox Marina. Contact the Comox Valley Harbour Authority at 250-339-6041 for more information.
By Train
The E & N Dayliner (VIA Rail) makes daily trips between Victoria and Courtenay. This small train offers a behind the scenes view of rural communities and Vancouver Island forests. For schedules contact VIA Rail at 1-888-842-7245.
By Bus/Taxi
Daily Greyhound bus service connects all parts of Vancouver Island with the Mainland. Throughout the Comox Valley and surrounding areas, local bus and 24 hour taxi services are provided.
Airport shuttle, limousine services and other private bus and transportation service options are also available. Contact the Comox Valley Visitor Centre for more information visitorinfo@comoxvalleychamber.com 250-334-3234 or Toll-free: 1-888-357-4471 or check out this link to area businesses: Transportation