Locations

Below is a list of estimated travel times to arrive at Jamie’s Whaling Station Tofino (if driving to Ucluelet, take approximately 30 minutes off the time below).

• Vancouver ~ 7-9 Hours (Varies based on ferry schedule & wait times)
• Campbell River ~ 3.5 Hours
• Nanaimo ~ 3 Hours
• Port Alberni ~ 2 Hours
• Victoria ~ 5 Hours
• Comox/Courtenay ~ 3 Hours

Highway 4 Travel Advisories

To arrive in Tofino or Ucluelet from Port Alberni, you must travel Highway 4. There can be delays at time on this highway. It is advised that you check for any delays on Highway 4 before travelling to the coast.  Click Here For Traffic Advisories.

If you are travelling to Tofino or Ucluelet between November and April you must drive through the Sutton Pass – the highest driving elevation between Port Alberni and Tofino/Uclulelet. At times, during the winter months, this area is subject to heavy snowfall. If you are travelling to the Tofino/Ucluelet during the winter months it is recommended to carry tire chains or use snow tires.

Vancouver Island Connector offers services to Tofino and Ucluelet from Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Port Alberni and Parksville. Runs March to October.

West Coast Transit offers services between Tofino, Ucluelet and the surrounding communities. Download the Token Transit app on Google or Apple.

The fastest route to Tofino is by air. Below are a couple of options to get you here in the shortest amount of time.

• Pacific Coastal Airlines – direct flights from Vancouver (south terminal) to Tofino Airport (YAZ)
• Harbour Air – direct flights from Vancouver Harbour to Tofino Harbour
• Tofino Air – Charter a floatplane for a direct flight between Tofino and Vancouver
• Atleo River Air – offering charter flights for groups to Tofino Harbour

There are also opportunities to fly directly to Vancouver Island via international airports in Victoria (YVR), Nanaimo (YCD), and Comox (YQQ).

During the peak summer months from June through September, parking can be difficult to find at both of our locations. We recommend if you’re joining us for a tour at this time of the year to look at one of the alternative methods for getting to/from Jamie’s. Please remember check-in is 30 minutes prior to your departure time.

Hotel Shuttles

A lot of hotels & resorts in Tofino & Ucluelet offer a complimentary shuttle service. Check with your accommodation provider to see if they can bring you to Jamie’s!

FREE Tofino Summer Shuttle

From the end of June to September there is a FREE hop-on hop-off shuttle in Tofino which is a great option to get to & from Tofino without needing your car. Find the schedule here.

Pacific Rim Navigators 

Offers private vehicle and shuttle services to and from Tofino/Ucluelet.

Website |250.725.8393

Coastal Rides

Coastal Rides is a ridesharing company that provides service around Tofino and surrounding areas with top-rated ridesharing services and taxi alternatives.

Download the Coastal Rides app in the App Store or Google Play.

Call Tofino Taxi to book a pick up/drop off: 250-725-3333

The temperate climate along Tofino & Ucluelet’s coast makes cycling a year-round possibility. Just like the locals, you can bike around to get to and from town. Remember to bring a bike lock to lock up while in town.

Want to rent a bike?

There are plenty of companies offering bike rentals in Tofino & Ucluelet. A lot of hotels/resorts also offer bike rentals for their guests.

Tofino Electric Bike: Website |250.522.0203

Tofino Bike Company: Website | 250.266.7655

Ukee Bikes: Website | 250.726.1297