Getting to Hornby Island

Hornby Island is located east of Vancouver Island, in British Columbia, Canada. It is accessed by ferry from Vancouver Island. You can also fly to nearby Comox Airport (YQQ) or arrive at Ford Cove by boat or by float plane.

If you're driving, carpooling is always a good idea.  Share the driving and get to know your dive buddies a little better!

US guests - remember your passport :)

Arrival Time

Check in time is usually 3pm - 6pm. Early or late check in is possible, please contact us to make arrangements. We love it if you contact us from Buckley Bay to confirm your arrival time. Phone (250) 335-2807, text (250) 898-4814, email info@hornbyislanddiving.com .

Ferries

Reservations and schedules are available online at www.bcferries.com or by calling 1-888-BCFERRY.  We highly recommend making a reservation if you are traveling during peak times (school or statutory holidays, Friday afternoon or Sunday afternoon). Reservations are available for the ‘big ferries’ (Vancouver to Vancouver Island). Reservations are not available for the ‘little ferries’ (Denman, Hornby)

Last Ferry

The last connecting ferry from Vancouver Island to Hornby is 6:00 pm (or 9:30 pm on Friday evenings). Take this into account when making your travel plans.

BC Ferries Experience Card - Save $$$

To save on travel costs, we highly recommend that you purchase a BC Ferries Experience Card. You can buy the card at Buckley Bay. You preload the card with credit, then the card is debited at a discounted rate. The remaining credit does not expire and can be used on most BC Ferries routes.

Driving Directions

1) Travel to Vancouver Island

Several ferry connections are available between Mainland BC and Vancouver Island. Most people come via Tsawwassen or Horseshoe Bay. We recommend using reservations where available. BC Ferries can be reached at 1-888-BCFERRY or at www.bcferries.com

2) Drive to Buckley Bay

Buckley Bay is 1 hour north of Nanaimo, 3 hours north of Victoria, or 30 minutes south of the Comox Valley. From the Highway 19 (Island Highway), take Exit 101 to Buckley Bay. A short connecting road brings you from the main highway directly to the ferry terminal.

Oceanside Route 19a (Old Island Highway) is an alternative that takes you along the waterfront, directly past the Buckley Bay ferry terminal. Allow extra time to enjoy this scenic route.

3) Ferry to Denman Island

A ten-minute ferry crossing from Buckley Bay brings you to Denman Island. A short drive across Denman brings you to Gravelly Bay. Just follow the signs and the traffic.

4) Ferry to Hornby Island

From Gravelly Bay, another ten-minute ferry  ride brings you to Hornby. Follow Central Road to the four way stop at the Co-op grocery store (it's the only four way stop on the island…you can't miss it). Turn right and travel to Ford Cove. Our driveway is directly opposite the walkway to the marina, and is clearly marked.