Thetis Island ↔ Penelakut Island

Aim to arrive 20 to 30 minutes early when you need that sailing. At Thetis, check-in closes three minutes before departure for vehicles and foot passengers. At Penelakut, it closes three minutes before departure for foot passengers and five minutes for vehicles.

BC Ferries lists the three-terminal service as a return-fare route. Use its current calculator to check the fare and collection details for this inter-island trip. Published terminal payment options include cash, debit, major credit cards and the Experience Card.

Thetis lists no terminal parking. Penelakut has 10 free spaces with a 48-hour limit. Arrange a lift or arrive on foot or by bike at Thetis. Penelakut is the only end with official parking, but its small lot can fill, so keep a drop-off plan in mind.

Yes. A bicycle travels free with the passenger fare and is especially useful because neither terminal lists public transit. Charge an e-bike ashore because onboard charging is not permitted. Arrive 30 to 60 minutes early, check in, walk the bike aboard and secure it where crew direct.

Yes, but there is no vehicle reservation. Both terminals load vehicles in arrival order, and the compact ferry can fill before the check-in cutoff. Check current conditions, join the correct queue and arrive early when you need a particular departure.

Yes, when the timetable gives you a workable return. Check the outbound sailing, the return path and the last useful departure before committing to the day. This inter-island leg avoids a return through Chemainus, but it does not run like a frequent shuttle.

No public transportation is listed at either terminal. Confirm a ride, bring a bicycle or check the walking distance to your destination before sailing. Thetis has a shelter and nearby picnic area, while Penelakut has a shelter and basic facilities.

Pune’luxutth has an accessible passenger lounge on the car deck and accessible washrooms, according to BC Ferries. Contact the company before travel if you need boarding assistance. Thetis lists an accessible portable toilet; Penelakut lists a portable toilet and a nearby washroom.