The Aquabus
The Aquabus
4.5
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
Monday
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
Tuesday
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
Wednesday
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
Thursday
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
Friday
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday
6:45 AM - 10:30 PM
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The Aquabus's 13 vessels make stops up and down False Creek every 15 minutes or less -- so you never have to wait long for a ride. All of our routes are wheelchair accessible and bike-friendly. Hop aboard our iconic rainbow boats to enjoy the spectacular Vancouver skyline from a unique and impressive vantage point! The Aquabus is a family-owned business that has been providing ferry transportation in False Creek since 1986. With over 30 years of experience serving False Creek and the surrounding area, the Aquabus is an essential adventure for tourists and commuters alike. Let our friendly and knowledgeable skippers ferry you around Vancouver in comfort!
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- Jim ERedondo Beach, California80 contributionsBuy the day pass and save money...Paid $19.00 for a day pass and it was more than worth the price, started off heading to Granville Island, spent a few hours looking around caught the Aquabus to all of the other stops got off and looked around at each stop, got on again and moved to the next one. Longest wait for a ride was less than 5 minutes. Staff was very friendly, ride was smooth. Great way to get around False Creek for some sightseeing. Highly recommended.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten October 5, 2023
- Dimitris LSydney, Australia50,924 contributionsGreat way to travelThe aquabus is a great way to travel around Vancouver's False Creek. The fare is relatively cheap, the ride is smooth and fast and the staff helpful and professional. And the views are absolutely wonderful!Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten December 16, 2023
- MajorSteveWest Wickham, United Kingdom51 contributionsFun way to travelA fun way to get around the southern shore of downtown and cross False Creek for Granville Island and the Olympic Village. We spent a day hopping on and off. Simple, fairly cheap and very frequentVisited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten January 28, 2024
- nickiBH559 contributionsEnjoy the cherry blossoms ashore while on boardWe had so much fun riding on the colourful mini ferries along the False Creek to look at the cherry blossoms along the shore of David Lam Park. The staff were very friendly and the wait for the next ferry was always short! We hopped on it from the Park and had our lunch on Granville Island and tried to take the sky train home but found out the nearest would involve taking the bus then the train. Changed our plan….hopped on another mini ferry and went to the other end (Science World) and took the sky train there! So convenient!Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten April 1, 2024
- Ronnie BGlasgow, United Kingdom383 contributionsVery easy to use.We bought are all day pass online as we were wanting to visit Granville Island and explore false creek. We didn’t wait too long for any of the little boats to ferry us up and down false creek. The boat captains were also very friendly and helpful. Would definitely use this service again.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten June 10, 2024
- terrihansonmeadRedwood City, California125 contributionsAquabus: a great way to see Vancouver from False CreekThese rainbow-colored ferry boats are a fun way to tour around False Creek and access various stops in Vancouver. We started at Granville Island and went to almost all of the stops getting on and off at a few including Yaletown and Plaza of Nations (don't get off here unless you are going to a sporting event). Two years ago there was an initiative to train more women to be a part of the maritime activities in Vancouver and now there are quite a few women aquabus ferry pilots which was a delight to see. Even in the rain, this is a fun way to tour around Ferry Creek and access various parts of Vancouver. Some are electric and they are in the process of converting more to electric (just in case you are concerned about environmental impact).Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten June 30, 2024
- Harmony E6 contributionsA wonderful experience with AquabusThe driver was friendly and professional, providing helpful information and handing out a brochure of Granville Island. The scenery along the way was beautiful, and I felt safe throughout the trip. The pricing was reasonable, and the easy credit card tabs made the process smooth. Highly recommend for a pleasant and informative boat ride!Visited July 2024Travelled soloWritten July 1, 2024
- Earl GHawaii1 contributionThe best time ever with AquabusWe had a layover and a friend suggested Aquabus and to visit Granville Island. Well such a great visit and tour of False Creek with our aircrew with Captain Scotty (who happened to be in business aviation as well). Well we laughed , talked, got educated and had a blast. Thank you Aquabus & Scotty for a wonderful afternoon.Visited July 2024Travelled on businessWritten July 21, 2024
- DrParticleLiverpool, New York630 contributionsFun way to see the city from the water.Interesting way to see the city from the water. We took these boats to scoot around city getting off and on as we wish. An easy and fun way to visit the city without the traffic. I believe one can also use these boats as a local transport much like a bus. If you go be aware not all boats go in all directions. Some are just commuters between set points. Check with the Captain before boarding.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten July 27, 2024
- Christian MCopenhagen, Denmark6,117 contributionsSave Money with a Return Ticket - Pay On BoardWe walked along the waterfront from Gastown to Granville Island - a lovely walk. Instead of crossing the unattractive bridge to the island, we chose the charming Aquabus, which takes you across in 5 minutes. A perfect way to experience Vancouver from the water. You can save money on the crossing by buying a return ticket instead of two single tickets. Payment can be made with cash or credit card on board.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten July 27, 2024
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Karen C
St. John's, Canada3,051 contributions
May 2022
A nice way to travel along False Creek and get to Granville Island from the Science World area.
Not all boats are wheelchair accessible so we had a bit of a wait the first time.
On our first trip we were given a discount for the wheelchair.
Another day we used the aquabus and didn't get a discount until I asked, so she gave me some change back, but it was not as big of a discount as we got the first time.
Employees need to be better trained so they know what to charge the passengers, it needs to be consistent.
Not all boats are wheelchair accessible so we had a bit of a wait the first time.
On our first trip we were given a discount for the wheelchair.
Another day we used the aquabus and didn't get a discount until I asked, so she gave me some change back, but it was not as big of a discount as we got the first time.
Employees need to be better trained so they know what to charge the passengers, it needs to be consistent.
Written August 3, 2022
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Andy W
Lincolnshire, UK101 contributions
Jun 2022
The Aquabus provides a great way to get to Granville island and other stops along false creek, cheap fees are a bargain, quick schedule means you don't have to wait too long. Drivers and staff are friendly and informative. Definitely recommended
Written July 23, 2022
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Iain A
Kirkcaldy, UK675 contributions
Sept 2022
We took the aqua bus from Granville Island to Hornsby Street across the bay instead of walking back over the bridge. The few minutes trip was inexpensive and gave us a look at Granville Island from a different perspective and were dropped off back on the Seawall about ten minutes walk from Stanley Park. Beats walking any day.
Written October 14, 2022
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tarquin_10
Sydney, Australia180 contributions
Jun 2023
We needed to get from downtown (The Plaza of Nations) to Granville Island and were going to get the False Creek ferry but the Aquabus turned up first so we jumped on. It was slightly cheaper than the False Ck ferry and they gave us a ticket that allowed us to get to Granville Island, stop for an hour or 2 and then get back on to go across the creek to the Aquatic Centre side so we could get out to the sea walk and on to Stanley Park. The operators were casual but professional and very friendly and helpful. They got us to Granville Island and later to the eastern side of the creek with a minimum of fuss.
Written June 25, 2023
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Karrleigh89
Ottawa, Canada83 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
Both drivers we had were fantastic. Fun. Helpful. Neat experience and a very quick way to get to Grenville island. Affordable.
Though the whole idea was very unique for us as visitors and loved to hear it was a family business who took great care for their staff.
We ended up getting off one stop earlier than we had paid for (to go for supper) and the driver kindly offered to refund us the one stop ticket (it was our fault for changing plans last moment). We know the refund would cost the business in a fee to the credit company and we were so appreciative of just the offer we left ticket as was - happy to support such a well operated business with awesome customer service.
Though the whole idea was very unique for us as visitors and loved to hear it was a family business who took great care for their staff.
We ended up getting off one stop earlier than we had paid for (to go for supper) and the driver kindly offered to refund us the one stop ticket (it was our fault for changing plans last moment). We know the refund would cost the business in a fee to the credit company and we were so appreciative of just the offer we left ticket as was - happy to support such a well operated business with awesome customer service.
Written November 27, 2021
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Harmony E
6 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
The driver was friendly and professional, providing helpful information and handing out a brochure of Granville Island. The scenery along the way was beautiful, and I felt safe throughout the trip. The pricing was reasonable, and the easy credit card tabs made the process smooth. Highly recommend for a pleasant and informative boat ride!
Written July 1, 2024
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Peter D
Ledbury, UK691 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
What a bargain $17 all day ticket with frequent boats it’s a great way to see the city from the water.
Easily accessible from a few metro stops approx 400m walk.
Use the service to get to specific sights, we went to Granville Island market which is fantastic.
The staff are friendly helpful and knowledgeable - easily worth the ticket price
Easily accessible from a few metro stops approx 400m walk.
Use the service to get to specific sights, we went to Granville Island market which is fantastic.
The staff are friendly helpful and knowledgeable - easily worth the ticket price
Written April 8, 2023
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Paula A
40 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Great fun, very convenient.
We purchased the day tickets ($36 for 1 senior and 1 adult) great value, as we hopped on and off all day, and could easily have just sat there and gone round and round 😁😁
False Creek is interesting with Granville Island at one end and the Science World at the other (looked to be an amazing place for family groups!) lots of parks along the edges that the ferries stop at.
We purchased the day tickets ($36 for 1 senior and 1 adult) great value, as we hopped on and off all day, and could easily have just sat there and gone round and round 😁😁
False Creek is interesting with Granville Island at one end and the Science World at the other (looked to be an amazing place for family groups!) lots of parks along the edges that the ferries stop at.
Written June 28, 2023
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Jim E
Redondo Beach, CA80 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Paid $19.00 for a day pass and it was more than worth the price, started off heading to Granville Island, spent a few hours looking around caught the Aquabus to all of the other stops got off and looked around at each stop, got on again and moved to the next one. Longest wait for a ride was less than 5 minutes. Staff was very friendly, ride was smooth. Great way to get around False Creek for some sightseeing.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
Written October 5, 2023
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EGD44
Perth, UK121 contributions
May 2023
We stayed three nights in Vancouver two before a cruise and one after. Although Vancouver is a nice city it was obvious from our treatment in the two hotels in which we stayed was people of our age were not welcome. Whether this is simply the policy of the hotels (the Metropolitan and the Fairmont) or a wider Vancouver or BC or even Canada policy. I do not know but we were certainly discounted. My advice to anyone over 70 is to keep away from Canada!
Written June 7, 2023
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Can I get a pass for both the Skytrain from the airport and the Aquabus? Or is it two separate companies?
Written June 28, 2022
Hi. Can anyone tell me, how much does it cost for a day pass. And would that allow me to hop on and off at various stops.
Written September 3, 2019
Day pass is 16 CAD (14 CAD for seniors & children) and saves money if you are doing at least 3 stops in a day
Written September 3, 2019
I was checking info for ferries on internet and google gave me aqua bus and false creek ferries. Is it the same or two different companies? The false creek has an extra stop at maritime museum which aqua bus doesn't have. Thank you!
Written August 5, 2019
Hi Olga, they are two different businesses with separate tickets and separate stops. And you are absolutely correct that Aquabus will not get you to the maritime museum but False Creek Ferries will.
Vanier Park (Maritime Museum location) is on the other side of the Burrard Bridge. You can catch the ferry from roughly the same general area (Public Market) as the Aquabus.
"Granville Island Ferries" (the name for this particular business) has a very helpful website with all the information you could possibly need plus they have a "contact us" tab.
Written August 5, 2019
How long is the ride from plaza of nations to Granville island?
Written April 9, 2019
It would vary slightly depending upon how many of the stops your boat makes. If it's a straight ride, probably 10 minutes. Even with a couple of stops, you're looking at not more than 20 minutes.
Written April 9, 2019
Can you purchase a day pass at Holby Street Dock or do you need to purchase online? Depending on weather will decide what day I travel
Written February 1, 2019
You can purchase a round trip ticket on board, just explain at the time of purchase what is wanted and the are eager to help
Written February 2, 2019
Hola, estoy planeando ir a Vancouver en junio, me interesa saber ¿qué costo tiene el aquabus y cuáles son los horarios en que funciona?
Me podrias indicar que otra forma hay para llegar y si sabes los costos apreciaria mucho si los compartes.
Muchas gracias!
Written January 17, 2019
Hola, los costos varían dependiendo de la distancia a la que vayas y tienen costo menor para personas de tercera edad, el Aquabus tarda aproximadamente 10 minutos entre uno y otro y él servicio es continuo de 7 a 10:30pm más o menos, sale de grandville island a diferentes lugares y de regreso tú decides donde tomarlo de acuerdo a tu conveniencia
Written January 19, 2019
Hello! Can you ride the Aquabus all the way around, to each stop? If so, how much is the ticket and which ticket(s) would I buy? Wondering if it's a good way to tour False Creek or if the Aquabus is really more for commuting from one stop to another??
Written July 18, 2018
Not quite sure because we got off at Granville Island and then back on after a few hours but I would guess 45 minutes to an hour.
Written July 20, 2018
Can you take a tour on the Aquabus if so how much?
Written July 7, 2018
it is $7.50 for the return journey so I imagine that if you just wanted a round tour you could get on the aqua bus in Vancouver, not get off at Granville Island and ride straight back.
Written July 7, 2018
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