Car Shipping Vancouver
to Nanaimo

Reliable door-to-door car shipping across the Strait of Georgia. Fully insured vehicle transport from the mainland to Vancouver Island.

4 Days Transit | 110 Kilometres | 100% Insured

Vehicle Shipping Across Canada

How Automoves Handles Vancouver to Nanaimo Car Transport

Automoves provides car shipping from Vancouver, BC to Nanaimo, BC with a transit time of approximately 4 days. This route requires a ferry crossing that our carriers coordinate as part of every shipment. Your vehicle is picked up at your door in Metro Vancouver and delivered directly to your location in Nanaimo, no depots, no detours.

Whether you are relocating to the island, purchasing a used car online, or arranging a seasonal move, both open and enclosed car transport options are available. Enclosed car shipping is worth considering for luxury or classic vehicles making the crossing.

A car shipping service for your every need

Available Vehicle Transport Services

Carriers who handle Vancouver Island ferry logistics daily, so your vehicle arrives without complications.

Personal Vehicle Shipping

Whether you are relocating, buying a used car online, or arranging a snowbird car delivery, Automoves provides a car delivery service that runs door to door.

Dealer Car Transport

Automoves provides dealer-to-dealer auto transport and wholesale car transport for dealerships. We handle auto auction transport, bulk car shipping, and factory to dealer transport with volume pricing.

Enclosed Car Shipping

Some vehicles need more than an open trailer. Automoves offers enclosed car transport for luxury car shipping, exotic car shipping, and classic car shipping.

Classic Car Shipping

Collector and vintage vehicles get the careful handling they deserve. Automoves provides classic car shipping in Canada on enclosed carriers with secure loading.

Non-Running Car Transport

Automoves handles inoperable vehicle shipping and salvage vehicle transport. Whether it’s a total loss vehicle relocation or an insurance salvage hauling pickup, we load and ship it safely.

Vehicle Storage

Need to hold your vehicle before or after auto transport services? Automoves offers secure vehicle storage at key locations across our network for when your pickup and delivery timelines do not line up.

Costs & Timelines

What affects your car shipping cost and time?

Every shipment is different. Here's what affects your price and delivery window on the Vancouver to Nanaimo route.

Destination

Vancouver to Nanaimo is 110 km. Distance is the single biggest factor in your final price.

Carrier availability

More carriers running this corridor means shorter wait times and more flexible pickup dates.

Transport type

Open carriers depart more frequently. Enclosed carriers run less often and may require more lead time.

Season

Summer and early fall are our busiest periods. Snowbird season creates a second peak in late fall.

Distance

Longer routes cost more, but kilometre rates improve on cross-country moves.

Pickup method

Door-to-door service costs slightly more than terminal drop-off but saves you time and effort.

Common Questions About Vancouver to Nanaimo Car Shipping

How does car shipping from Vancouver to Nanaimo work with the ferry?

Our carriers coordinate the ferry crossing as part of the route. Your vehicle stays loaded on the transport trailer for the entire trip, and the ferry logistics are built into your quote. The same service applies for shipping a car from Nanaimo to Vancouver.

How much does car shipping from Vancouver to Nanaimo cost?

Car shipping cost depends on vehicle type, whether you choose open or enclosed transport, and scheduling. Request a quote with your vehicle details for pricing based on current availability.

Is open car transport safe for a ferry crossing?

Yes. Open car transport is safe and the most common option for this route. Vehicles are secured on the trailer for the full journey including the ferry. Enclosed transport is also available if you want extra protection.

Car Shipping Vancouver to Nanaimo