Getting Here
Planes, ferry boats and automobiles...
Mt. Washington Alpine Resort is located 30 mins north of the Comox Valley, and 1.5 hours from Nanaimo where the Departure Bay ferry from North Vancouver is located, on beautiful Vancouver Island. We are easily accessible via Highway 1 and through the Comox International Airport. The Strathcona Parkway roads are maintained by MainRoads North Island. View road information and updates from Drive BC.
Mount Washington Alpine Resort has a Ski & Ride Shuttle Bus available December-April to everyone travelling to and from the Comox Valley to Mount Washington on a daily basis during the winter ski season. Pickup and drop off locations are located throughout the Comox Valley, and no advance reservations are required.
Catch a ferry if you’re travelling from the mainland to Vancouver Island and not flying. The West Vancouver to Nanaimo (Horseshoe Bay-Departure Bay) ferry takes about 1:40 hours and has about 11 schedules per day. This is particularly ideal if you’re coming from north of Vancouver.
Another main ferry route is the Vancouver to Nanaimo ferry (Tsawwassen-Duke Point) which takes 2 hours and has about 8 schedules a day.
Another main ferry route is the Vancouver to Nanaimo ferry (Tsawwassen-Duke Point) which takes 2 hours and has about 8 schedules a day.
There are many ways to get to Mount Washington, whether you're a local or coming from off Vancouver Island! View more below for local Shuttle Bus information, maps and more.
All vehicles and drivers must be prepared for variable winter road conditions while travelling to and from Mount Washington. Carpooling is encouraged.
View more details below about shuttle bus services, road conditions, and more travel information.
All vehicles and drivers must be prepared for variable winter road conditions while travelling to and from Mount Washington. Carpooling is encouraged.
View more details below about shuttle bus services, road conditions, and more travel information.
PLEASE NOTE ROAD DELAYS ARE EXPECTED JUNE 19 - AUGUST 5, 2025:
The Strathcona Parkway is undergoing construction from June 19 through August 5, 2025 to improve paving in key sections. There are sections of reduced speeds and single-lane travel, causing delays. Cyclists should be aware that travel is impacted in many sections as it is gravel only. Please plan a bit of extra time to arrive at the mountain for your scheduled ZipTours, Lessons & Programs. Thank you for understanding!
Bus Information
Round-trip bus tickets can only be purchased at our guest services desk in the main Alpine Lodge or Raven Lodge guest services. Drivers do not provide or sell bus tickets. Please ride up and purchase the fare for your return trip.
Updates
A new weekend bus schedule has been uploaded on Jan 16th, 2025. Please review for changes to schedule. Thank you, Mount Washington Transport Team.
2024.25 BUS SCHEDULE
MIDWEEK JAN 6 2025
Round-trip bus tickets can only be purchased at our guest services desk in the main Alpine Lodge or Raven Lodge guest services. Drivers do not provide or sell bus tickets. Please ride up and purchase the fare for your return trip.
APR 1- 13, 2025
APR 19- 20, 2025
Winter Season Bus Pick up & Drop Off Locations
Our 2024-25 winter bus schedule is now available online, changes to this schedule do happen during weather and road events. Go to our Daily Dispatch page to get answers and information when it happens. Please contact us at ski@Mountwashington.ca if you have any questions. Thank You
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Hullo Ferries
Mainland to Island Services
Experience fast and convenient ferry travel between downtown Vancouver and Vancouver Island with Hullo. Our 70-minute sailings connect you to a world of possibilities. Hullo is more than just a ferry service – we’re a community-focused travel experience, committed to exceptional service and seamless journeys with accessible downtown ports in Nanaimo and Vancouver and a world-class friendly crew. Snowboards, skis and sports equipment are permitted onboard. Join us and discover a new way to travel across British Columbia!
Mount Washington & Comox Valley
Winter Shuttle Bus Service
WINTER BUS SCHEDULEFor staff and guests, the Mount Washington Alpine Resort has a Ski & Ride Shuttle Bus available December-April to everyone travelling to and from the Comox Valley to Mount Washington on a daily basis during the winter ski season. Pickup and drop-off locations are located throughout the Comox Valley, and no advance reservations are required. Fare for the Mount Washington bus to and from the Comox Valley is $20 for a round trip.
Mt Washington Ski Bus
& other shuttle providers
Third-Party Shuttle Bus Provider, Wilson's Group
We’re all about skipping the drive, and enjoying the ride when it comes to skiing at Mount Washington. Offering transportation from Victoria, Nanaimo and other Vancouver Island locations to Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Whether you need a lift, you're travelling with a large group, or simply don’t want to drive, our ski bus service can pick you up or drop you off at any of our 12 locations on southern Vancouver Island.
Parking Lot Etiquette:
Thanks for Cooperating!
Are you guilty of relocating a parking cone? Yikes! On busy days, we do our best to fit as many cars as possible into our seven parking lots, but we require your cooperation! Our parking team would like to remind you of a few important things.
- Cones indicate where parking is permitted; each cone marks the start of a row. You don't get to create your own new spots!
- Park smartly in double rows; don't block other vehicles in, and avoid taking up more space than necessary.
- Don't park on roads or in areas that block paths of travel; this is important to ensure quick access is possible for emergency response vehicles.
- Avoid entering areas designated for bus turnaround; these areas are left wide open for a reason and should never be used, even for temporary drop offs.
- Drop-off zones outside the lodges are for quick unloads only. Never park in an accessible spot unless you have a permit.
Travelling Help
Mt. Washington Alpine Resort is located 30 mins north of the Comox Valley on beautiful Vancouver Island. We are easily accessible via Highway 1 and through the Comox International Airport.
BY CAR | Good winter tires required
Let the North Wind be your guide! If that fails switch on the GPS and punch in our physical address: #1 Strathcona Parkway, Mt. Washington BC
BE ADVISED: The BC Ministry of Transportation (not to mention all the wonderful folks sharing the road with you) require all vehicles on Strathcona Parkway to be equipped with good winter tires and have chains available to use if the chain-up light is on. Strathcona Pkwy is a public roadway and is maintained by Mainroad. Please visit drivebc.ca
ROAD CONDITIONS & INFORMATION
Mainroad 24hr Hotline: 1-877-215-7122
to Mount Washington
Justin Burgers, Operations Manager, Mainroad North Island Contracting discusses the road conditions that you may encounter on the Strathcona Parkway. Â Watch
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