Departure Bay Ferry Parking

Parking at the Departure Bay BC Ferries terminal in Nanaimo is managed by Robbins Parking and offers convenient short-term and long-term options for ferry travellers. Located close to the terminal, these parking lots provide flexible payment methods and clear parking guidance to help ensure a smooth start to your trip. Review parking rates, payment details, and important information below before departing.

Location Details

Departure Bay

Long Term- Lot 415
Short Term- Lot 416

680 Trans-Canada Highway, Nanaimo

Parking Rates

Lot 416 – Closest to the Ferry Terminal

Prices:

See here for all current pricing – all prices

Payment Methods

Meter – Pay by Plate

Purchase your parking by entering your license plate number-no need to display a receipt on your dashboard.

Coin and Credit Card Machines

Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Visa and Mastercard Debit, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Debit NOT supported.

Lot 415 – Behind the Short Term Lot

Prices:

See here for all current pricing – all prices

Payment Methods

Meter – Pay by Stall
Note payment – at yellow meter

Coins and Credit Card Machines:

Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Visa and Mastercard Debit, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Debit NOT supported.

If you have purchased parking through the meter then you will need to purchase new parking through HONK Mobile.

If your time has already expired, please use HONK Mobile or Pay by Phone to pay for a new parking session.

See Mobile Payment for more information.

  • Limited to 3 minutes.
  • Do not leave your vehicle unattended.

HONK MOBILE

You can download the app from your app store or go to the website.

Zone 415 – Long Term Parking
Zone 416 – Short Term Parking

  • Find zone
  • Select time frame
  • Enter license plate
  • Enter payment details (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Visa Debit or PayPal)
  • Complete parking
  • You will receive a message from HONK near your expiry time

PAY BY PHONE

You can download the app from your app store or go to the website.

Location Number 182415– Long Term Parking
Location Number 182416– Short Term Parking

  • Enter location number
  • Enter vehicle
  • Add parking duration
  • Enter card details
  • Confirm parking

Accessible Parking located in both the Short Term and Long Term lots. Vehicles must display a valid permit and purchase parking for their corresponding lot.


Accessible parking can also be purchased on HONK or Pay By Phone.

If you park in the designated motorcycle parking area, there is no charge for parking.

Items of Note

Purchase your parking before leaving your vehicle in the lot.

Double check you enter the correct license plate details.

Ensure you pay for the correct area- Short Term/ long term.