Campbell River to Nanaimo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Campbell River from Nanaimo?

The distance from Campbell River to Nanaimo is 82.8 miles (133.3 km) as the crow flies. Nanaimo is located SE of Campbell River. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98.1 miles, taking about 2h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in Canada.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Campbell River and Nanaimo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.