Schedules

Welcome to the VI Connector & Tofino Bus, your island connection offering a convenient and safe way to travel to multiple destinations on Vancouver Island. The VI Connector & Tofino Bus services areas between Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port Alberni, Ucluelet, and Tofino. Let us help you plan your trip today!
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Service Updates

May 22nd, 2024: Updated Schedule has been posted for Tofino Bus services.

Current Schedule

Tofino Bus & the VI Connector are operating for travel dates from March 29th, 2024 to October 13th, 2024 with Northbound service from Thursdays & Saturdays only, and Southbound service from Fridays & Sundays only.

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Printable Schedules

Most stops on the VI Connector and Tofino Bus services are reservation only (pre-reservation is required for the bus to stop at that location). We recommend that all passengers pre-reserve their tickets whenever possible to ensure that they have a guaranteed seat onboard the bus.

2024 Schedule: May 21 – October 13th Travel Dates

Reservation & Walkup Locations

Tofino Bus and VI Connector will be operating as a reservation only service this summer. All locations (except the four listed in the walkup section below), require a pre-reservation or the bus will not stop at that location. Pre-reservation is available on our website and purchase can be made using a credit card or a debit VISA/debit MasterCard.

Walkup tickets are not eligible for any of our sale prices or discounted rates, for the cheapest ticket prices, pre-reservation is required. All walkup tickets must be purchased using a credit card or debit VISA card, walkup tickets cannot be purchased with cash.

Walkup is Available Locations:
– Victoria: Bus Depot (Purchase from Bus Depot Agent)
– Nanaimo: Bus Depot/Departure Bay Ferry Terminal (Purchase from Driver)
– Ucluelet: Fraser Lane Transit Stop (Purchase from Driver)
– Tofino: Co-op Parking Lot (Purchase From Driver)

Cancellations/Amendments

Basic amendments can be made by following the link in your confirmation email (fees will apply), or by emailing info@tofinobus.com. If you would like to re-print/re-email your tickets, please login to your customer account on our online website. Please ask our staff if you would like assistance activating or using this feature.

Otherwise, please phone our Reservation Centre at 1-866-986-3466, or email info@tofinobus.com for any amendments, cancellations, or questions.

Times are approximate and are subject to traffic, weather and road conditions. Due to safety regulations the departure will be “closed” five (5) minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Please visit our Know Before You Go page for our new operating procedures.

For complete schedule information, additional locations and pricing, please visit our Online Booking system or download our current schedules.

TRAVEL INFO

Luggage Information

We are pleased to provide Luggage storage onboard our coaches. All baggage must be tagged with an appropriate destination & contact info.

Traveling with a Pet

We cannot accommodate pets abroad our coaches at this time. Guide and Service dogs are accepted but certification is required.

Accessiblity

For passengers who require a wheelchair lift equipped coach please make your reservation at least 72 hours prior to your departure.

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Relaxing the entire trip, and great service! Will stay with this company as future customers.

A great and reliable service for anyone interested in exploring our island! I've never had any issue while travelling with them. The drivers are friendly, informative and some even crack the occasional joke. The ride itself is beautifully scenic I'm never bored watching the nature pass by.

Friendly drivers and courteous employees in the stops.

Schedules

Schedules

Service Updates

Current Schedule

Plan your Trip

Printable Schedules

Reservation & Walkup Locations

Cancellations/Amendments

TRAVEL INFO

Luggage Information

Traveling with a Pet

Accessiblity

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