Make winter travel easy and stress-free by skipping the traffic, icy roads, and unpredictable winter driving—ride our Mt. Washington ski bus instead. We offer convenient service from Greater Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, and the Comox Valley, with schedules designed to fit your weekend or holiday plans.
Our yellow school buses provide daily shuttles from the South Island and the Comox Valley to Mt. Washington, as well as Friday evening departures to Mt. Washington and Courtenay hotels, with returns on Sunday evenings. Families can also take advantage of our supervised bus service for kids aged 7–12 on day trips, letting your young adventurers enjoy the slopes safely under the care of our experienced staff.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Dates & Rates | Pricing details, ticket options, and the 2025/26 operating schedule. |
| Route Summary | Overview of South Island & Comox Valley services. |
| General Information & Policies | Refunds, supervision rules, weather, and safety guidelines. |
| Supervised Service | Chaperoned day-trip option for youth (ages 6–12). |
| Ski Bus Times & Locations | Full schedules and stops for each route. |
| Friday/Sunday Overnight — South Island | Friday evening to Sunday evening: South Island ⇄ Comox Valley & Mt. Washington. |
| Weekend & Holiday Day Trip — South Island | AM departures / PM returns on weekends, select Fridays & holidays. |
| Weekend & Holiday Day Trip — Comox Valley | Local shuttle from Courtenay/Comox to Mt. Washington. |
| The WEA Ski Bus Advantage | Experience, safety, reliability, and friendly staff. |
| About Our Mt. Washington Ski Bus | Vehicle details and what to expect on board. |
| Booking Your Spot | Reserve seats online and review payment info. |
| Frequently Asked Questions | Common answers about schedules, supervision, and tickets. |
| Questions? Contact Us | Phone, form, and how to reach our team. |
| ROUTE | RETURN | ONE-WAY | 6-TICKETS RETURN | 6-TICKETS ONE-WAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Victoria to Mount Washington | $75 + GST | $50 + GST | $367 + GST | $195 + GST |
| Duncan to Mount Washington | $60 + GST | $40 + GST | $302 + GST | $160 + GST |
| Nanaimo to Mount Washington | $45 + GST | $35 + GST | $240 + GST | $128 + GST |
Note: 6-Pack tickets expire at the end of the ski season. Prices are dynamic and may vary based on demand and options selected. Final price is confirmed during checkout.
| SERVICE | COST - WITH FULL DAY MW PROGRAM | COST - WITH 1/2 DAY MW PROGRAM |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Freeride Program Supervised Bus Service Add-On (Ages 7-12) | 35 + GST | 55 + GST |
| Freeride Program Supervised Bus Service Add-On (Ages 7-12) | 30 + GST | N/A |
Children will typically ski only when participating in a Mount Washington program. An additional fee applies for children enrolled in a half-day Mount Washington program, as our staff must supervise them for the remainder of the day when they are not on snow.
| ROUTE | WHEN | LOCATION SERVED |
|---|---|---|
| South Island to Comox Valley & Mt. Washington | Departs Fri, Returns Sun | Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Comox Valley |
| South Island to Mt. Washington | Departs AM, Returns PM on weekends, Fridays & certain holidays | Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Comox Valley |
| Comox Valley to Mt. Washington | Comox Valley | Sat/Sun Day Trip |
Live availability can be found on our ticket sales software.
| SHARE | ONLINE BOOKING | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ADULT (13+) MINOR (7-12) |
"Fantastic service. Reliable. Excellent customer service and friendly staff. Competitive pricing and very safe."
-Melissa McKnight
Curious about the details of our ski bus service? Wondering about our refund policy, what happens in bad weather, or just need more information? We understand—it’s important to know what to expect upfront. For all the details, click the button below! Please note that this document is a continual work-in-progress. If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or concerns, please let us know.
WEA understands that island life can be busy and that the cost of living is high. That’s why we’re offering a supervised ski shuttle service for day trips to Mt. Washington. Let us handle getting your child (ages 7–12) to the mountain so you can stay home and relax.
Please note: To use this service, your child must be registered in a full-day or half-day ski program at Mt. Washington, or have a designated supervisor aged 16+ meeting them at the mountain. Anyone picking up the child must present a valid photo ID and be listed on our authorized pick-up list.
SUPERVISED PROGRAM DETAILS SUPERVISED PROGRAM SIGN-UP
| LOCATION | DEP | RTN | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Victoria (Saanich) | 17:15 | 21:05 | Parking Lot 5 |
| Hyacinth Park (Saanich) | 17:35 | 20:40 | Marigold Rd in Saanich |
| West Hills (Langford) | 17:50 | 20:20 | Westshore Parkway @ Constellation Avenue |
| Garage Cafe (Duncan) | 18:40 | 19:30 | 342 Duncan St. |
| Vancouver Island University (Nanaimo) | 19:30 | 18:40 | Opgaard Dr. Circle |
| Bayview Hotel (Courtenay) | 20:50 | N/A | 2200 Cliffe Ave |
| Best Western Hotel (Courtenay) | 21:00 | N/A | 1590 Cliffe Ave |
| Daylodge Parking Lot (Mt. Washington) | 21:40 | 16:30 | Lot 2 where the busses park |
| Raven Lodge Parking Lot (Mt. Washington) | 21:55 | 16:00 | By the ski patrol shed at the base of the Hawk Chair |
Bus departs Raven Lodge at 16:00 and Daylodge at 16:30 and does not stop in the Comox Valley on the way back to the South Island
| LOCATION | DEP | RTN | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Victoria (Saanich) | 05:00 | 20:21 | Parking Lot 5 |
| Hyacinth Park (Saanich) | 05:20 | 20:02 | Marigold Rd in Saanich |
| West Hills (Langford) | 05:39 | 19:40 | Westshore Parkway @ Constellation Avenue |
| Garage Cafe (Duncan) | 06:33 | 18:49 | 342 Duncan St. |
| Vancouver Island University (Nanaimo) | 07:53 | 17:36 | Opgaard Dr. Circle |
| Daylodge Parking Lot (Mt. Washington) | 09:48 | 15:48 | Lot 2 where the busses park |
| Raven Lodge Parking Lot (Mt. Washington) | 09:57 | 15:23 | Cross-country parking lot. |
Bus departs Raven Lodge at 15:23 and Daylodge at 15:48.
| LOCATION | DEP | RTN | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayview Hotel (Courtenay) | 07:45 | 17:20 (Sat Only) | 2200 Cliffe Ave |
| Best Western Hotel (Courtenay) | 07:55 | 17:10 (Sat Only) | 1590 Cliffe Ave |
| Daylodge Parking Lot (Mt. Washington) | 08:45 | 15:48 | Lot 2 where the busses park |
| Raven Lodge Parking Lot (Mt. Washington) | 09:10 | 15:23 | By the ski patrol shed at the base of the Hawk Chair |
Bus departs Raven Lodge at 15:23 and Daylodge at 15:48.
We believe that youth summer camp programming should be safe, fun and staffed by the best people in the industry.
Our busses are older, yellow school busses. But we keep them in great shape mechanically and it allows us to offer you a good value product. It's that simple!
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Service dates and times vary by route and season. Please refer to the live booking calendar for the most up-to-date schedule:
https://skibusvi.betterez.com
Major stops include:
Full times and Google Maps links appear under the Ski Bus Times & Locations section.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. If the bus arrives early, it may depart early. In winter conditions, delays of up to 30 minutes are possible.
The supervised option is for children ages 6–12. Qualified WEA staff accompany the group from boarding through the return trip, ensuring safe travel, lift-ticket coordination, and mountain check-ins.
Yes — riders 13 and older may travel without supervision. Younger children must be registered for the Supervised Service.
Trips operate in most conditions, but schedules may shift if highway or resort conditions require it. WEA Charters monitors DriveBC and communicates delays or cancellations directly by email and text.
Click any “Book Now” button on this page to access our live booking system, view availability, and pay securely online.
All terms are listed in our General Information & Policies section and the Ski Bus Agreement document linked there.
No — the ski bus service provides transportation only. Riders arranging overnight trips must secure their own lodging in the Comox Valley or at Mt. Washington.
Use the form under Questions? Contact Us or email info@weacharters.ca. You can also call the WEA Charters office during weekday hours for live assistance.
Call us now at 250-888-1622 and talk to a real person about our ski bus or, if you can't talk now, please complete the following contact information survey (takes 1 to 2 minutes to complete) and we will get back to you within 2-5 business days. If you are inquiring about financial assistance, Click here.
