Is there a direct flight?

Yes, from Vancouver, but not from Ontario.

How long is the ferry?

The crossing takes about 95 minutes.

Not if you stay downtown, but helpful for visiting the island.

Victoria is a popular tourist destination with varied pricing.

What is the best way to travel?

Flying to Vancouver and taking a seaplane is the most convenient.

Picton

Victoria

Flight Ship

Picton to Victoria

Updated: 30 May 2026

Reaching Victoria from Picton requires a flight to Vancouver (YVR) followed by a ferry or a connecting flight. You can take a BC Ferry from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay, which takes 95 minutes, or a seaplane directly to Victoria's Inner Harbour. Victoria is the capital of British Columbia and is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island.

Total Distance: 4,500 km total distance; 3,400 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Flying to Vancouver and taking a seaplane to Victoria is the fastest.

Cheapest Way

Flying to Vancouver and taking the BC Ferry is the most budget-friendly.

Compare Picton to Victoria Routes

	Flight Connecting	Ship Direct
Duration	7 hours (including connections)	1 hour 35 minutes (ferry leg)
Avg Price	$500-$900	$20-$60 (ferry only)
Operator	Air Canada/Harbour Air	BC Ferries
Route	YYZ to YVR, then flight or ferry to Victoria	Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay
Tip	Seaplanes from downtown Vancouver to Victoria are the fastest and most scenic.	Reservations are highly recommended for vehicles on BC Ferries.

Travel Tips

Ferry Reservations
Book your ferry spot weeks in advance during summer.
Seaplanes
Harbour Air flies directly from downtown Vancouver to Victoria.
Weather
Victoria has a mild climate but carries a light rain jacket.
Transit
The BC Transit bus system is reliable for getting around the city.
Walking
Victoria is very walkable, especially the downtown core.

Safety Tips

Ferry Safety
Follow all crew instructions during the ferry crossing.
Emergency
Dial 911 for any emergencies.
Wildlife
If whale watching, follow all safety guidelines provided by the tour operator.
Urban Safety
Victoria is generally very safe for tourists.