Getting Here & Getting Around
5 km from downtown Nanaimo, most people access Gabriola via BC Ferries.
Once you’re here, there are 158 kilometres of roads to walk, cycle and drive.
Getting Here
Ferry
BC Ferries runs the ferry between Nanaimo and Gabriola. Foot passengers, bikes and vehicles are all welcome. Find the best times to travel.
Float Plane
Float planes run daily from the south terminal of Vancouver International Airport.
Private Boat
Arriving by boat? We have two marinas and a public wharf to welcome you.
Getting Around
Share the road
There are no sidewalks or bicycle lanes on the island. Ride or walk single file. Be aware of narrow road sections, poor road conditions, uneven edges and wildlife. There’s lots of deer on this island!
E-bikes are welcome and a common sight on the island!
Electric Cars
An electric car charging station is located in the Madrona Marketplace parking lot on North Road.
Boating
Cruise or sail to the southeast end of Gabriola where there are two marinas with docks, fuel and moorage in Silva Bay, and a public wharf with moorage in Degnen Bay.
Radio either marina on VHF 66A and they will assist you into a slip.
Use charts 3475 or 3443. Latitude 49.149965 and Longitude -123.695662.
Public Transportation
Coastal Water Store
Categories
Food and Drink Water
About
Quench Your Thirst with The Water Store
Welcome to the Coastal Water Store, where we’ve been proudly serving Nanaimo since 2001. In 2024, Joaquin and Courtney took over the business, and are excited to continue its growth in our community. We offer a wide range of premium bottled water products, including Demineralized Water, Filtration Systems, Deionized Water, and custom label water bottles.
Our mission is to deliver convenience and outstanding customer service. We’re dedicated to meeting your unique needs with customized bottled water delivery orders, and we're committed to becoming a leading player in the bottled water industry. Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your hydration journey!