description Departure Bay Overview
Departure Bay is a sheltered inlet located in the city of Nanaimo on the eastern coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It serves as the location for a major BC Ferries terminal, which provides regular vehicle and passenger ferry connections to Horseshoe Bay on the Canadian mainland. The bay's geography provides a natural harbor that protects vessels from the open waters of the Salish Sea. In addition to its transportation infrastructure, the area is heavily developed with residential neighborhoods.
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Where is Departure Bay located?
Departure Bay is an inlet on the eastern side of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. It lies within the city of Nanaimo.
Which ferry route uses Departure Bay?
BC Ferries operates the Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay route from Departure Bay. Horseshoe Bay is on the mainland north of Vancouver.
Can vehicles use the Departure Bay ferry?
Yes. The BC Ferries service from Departure Bay carries both vehicles and walk-on passengers.
How is Departure Bay different from Duke Point?
Departure Bay is Nanaimo's terminal for the Horseshoe Bay route. Duke Point, south of central Nanaimo, serves the route to Tsawwassen near Vancouver.
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