Construction updates to Vancouvers Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal are included in this article. New loading procedures in effect for the Horseshoe Bay Ferry to Snug Cove (Bowen Island).
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Current Schedule To Bowen Island Ferry Times
This is active and correct between May 15, 2025 – March 31, 2026
- 5:45am
- 6:50am
- 8:05am
- 9:20am *Except Wednesday – Dangerous Goods Sailing Only
- 10:35am
- 11:55am
- 1:10pm
- 2:35pm
- 3:55pm
- 5:20pm
- 6:35pm
- 7:50pm
- 8:55pm *Except Saturday – Crew Training. Vessel is in Snug Cove.
- 10:00pm
- 11:00pm
Where is the Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal
Horseshoe Bay is West of Vancouver and west of West Vancouver. Head west on Highway two out of Vancouver, and you’ll see green signs for Horseshoe Bay, and blue signs for the ferry. Follow the blue signs for the Bowen Island Ferry.
Snug Cove = Bowen Island & Horseshoe Bay = West Vancouver.
Construction is happening at Horseshoe Bay
The upgrades to the Horseshoe Bay terminal will take several years to complete. Construction began in fall 2025, with major changes and construction phases expected to extend into 2030 and beyond. During this time, vehicle space at the terminal will remain reduced, and various infrastructure improvements—including the relocation of the control tower and the removal of elevated structures—will be carried out. BC Ferries refers to this as a multi-year project designed to support long-term growth and reliability for the terminal
Lining up for the Bowen Island Ferry – New Procedure
After you buy your ticket at the ticketing booth, proceed down lane 2 and wait.
For Oversize Vehicles; you go down lane 1.
That’s it. It’s a much more simplified loading procedure than before.
How much is the ferry to Bowen Island?
Remember; coming back from Bowen Island is free & you do not need to keep your ticket once you’ve crossed.
With an experience card; it’s $7.25 for a 12year or older, otherwise it’s $11.95.
Passenger (Foot or Vehicle)
- 12 Years or Older = $11.95
- 5-11 Years Old = $6.00
- Under 5 years old = free (Must still be declared)
Standard Vehicle
Vehicles excludes drivers & Passengers
- Up to 20′ = $34.20
- Extra Length over 20′ = $3.45/foot
- Motorcycle = $17.10
- Bus over 16passengers = $2.90/foot
- Commercial over 5,500kg = $3.50/foot
Savings with BC Ferries Experience Card
- 12 years or older = save $4.70
- 5 – 11 years = save $2.35
- Standard vehicle = save $12.05
- Motorcycle = save $6.05
How to purchase an Experience card?
This is a great program, that we recommend to all visitors planning on coming back or travelling on more ferries.
You can pre-load your experience card at either the walk on or vehicle ticket booth.
The experience card can be used to pay for many routes, but there are only discounts on smaller sailings like Horseshoe Bay to Langdale, or Horsehoe Bay to Bowen Island.
How Long is the ferry from Vancouver to Bowen Island?
The ferry from Vancouver to Bowen Island, specifically from Horseshoe Bay to Snug Cove on Bowen Island, takes about 20 minutes. This ferry ride covers a distance of approximately 3 nautical miles, and there are hourly sailings operated by BC Ferries on this route. The journey offers scenic views of Howe Sound and the North Shore mountains, making it a pleasant short trip.
Conclusion
If you need any more clarity, or information, email us at rentals@bowenebikes.ca and I’ll be sure to update this article.
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