Port Alberni to Vancouver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

75.9 miles 122.1 km · straight line
133.6 miles actual route 215 km · driving distance
4h 48min estimated drive time
CAD 22 - CAD 27 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
87° E bearing direction

How far is Port Alberni from Vancouver?

The distance from Port Alberni to Vancouver is 75.9 miles (122.1 km) as the crow flies. Vancouver is located E of Port Alberni. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.6 miles, taking about 4h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Port Alberni and Vancouver. 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.

How to Get from Port Alberni to Vancouver

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 48min CAD 22 - CAD 27 Flexible stops
Bus ~5h 46min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~4h 34min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Port Alberni & Vancouver

Quick Facts

Port Alberni
49.24°N, 124.80°W
America/Vancouver
22m elevation
Vancouver
49.28°N, 123.12°W
America/Vancouver
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 328.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM