Can I still get on a BC ferry if reservations are sold out?
Waitlists are available on bookable Northern and Southern Gulf Island sailings. If a sailing is full, you can add yourself to a waitlist in case of a cancellation.
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Should I buy ferry tickets in advance? Yes, we recommend that you book your ferry tickets in advance.
Usually, the ticket that you purchase is only valid for the crossing you have booked. Some ferry companies allow you to change your departure time at the port, but this usually only happens if multiple ferry sailings are available per day.
A man was rushed to hospital in critical condition on Sunday, after going overboard from a BC Ferry. BC Ferries said it happened shortly before 1:30 p.m., as the Queen of Cowichan was passing Bowen Island, heading out of Horseshoe Bay. The ferry deployed a rescue boat and the Canadian Coast Guard also dispatched help.
Travellers on BC Ferries no longer allowed to stay in cars on enclosed decks, Transport Canada says. Transport Canada is rescinding the temporary COVID-19 response measure it granted BC Ferries in the spring that allowed passengers to remain in their vehicles.
All the Washington State ferries allow you to stay in your car. Being in a front car in bad weather can be interesting. All the car decks are open end to end, and the boats are double ended.
That said, some ferries sell out, or require you to reserve a spot in advance (especially if you bring a vehicle). Tickets are often more expensive when purchased at the last minute, so by planning ahead and buying your tickets online you can likely save some money.
If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.
Changes to your booked vehicle length, sailing date and time can be made by accessing your account online or by contacting our Customer Service Centre at 1-888-BC FERRY (1-888-223-3779 Ext.
Ferries are cancelled only due to weather, mechanical breakdown, or industrial action. These are rare events, and impossible to predict more than a day or two in advance.
Ferries are cancelled only due to weather, mechanical breakdown, or industrial action. These are rare events, and impossible to predict more than a day or two in advance.