Blackball Ferry Line Terminal (4 min. walk)
The Legislature Bus Terminal (9 min. walk)
The Gray Line Sightseeing Bus Terminal (12 min. walk)
FRS Clipper Ferry Terminal (4 min. walk)
A Guide to Ferry and Bus Terminals near the Oswego Hotel
There's never been a better location to start your West Coast adventure.
During your stay in Victoria, we encourage you to explore all this area has to offer – including excursions and tours!
The Oswego Hotel is just a few minutes from all US & sightseeing ferries – as well as bus terminals – making it the perfect central location to start your island adventure. We can’t wait to help you find your perfect adventure, from your home away from home in the heart of Victoria. Happy travels!
Blackball Ferry Line Terminal (4 min. walk)
The Blackball Ferry offers single and round-trip voyages to Port Angeles, Washington. They offer transport for foot passengers, cars/motorhomes, motorcycles and cyclists, ensuring that you get to enjoy your excursion the way you want to!
The journey takes approximately 90 minutes one way, offering a scenic view as you cross the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Stop in at their onboard cafe or pick up the perfect souvenir at the gift shop while you marvel at the sights along the way. Grab your passport and turn your Victoria holiday into an international adventure!
The Legislature Bus Terminal (9 min. walk)
After you’re done touring the majesty of the British Columbia Legislature Buildings, hop on one of BC Transit’s buses (maybe a double-decker, if you get lucky!), and get around with ease! BC Transit has a helpful transit map, as well as route searches, so you can plan your trip ahead of time or have confidence in the moment to hop on and hop off.
BC Transit’s buses are bike-friendly, and small animals are welcome so long as they remain within a carrier (aside from service animals which are, by law, always welcome). They’re a great way to live like a local and get just about anywhere you want or need to go, including from the BC Ferry Terminal at Schwartz Bay, or to Butchart Gardens!
The Gray Line Sightseeing Bus Terminal (12 min. walk)
Gray Line Sightseeing buses offer a unique hop-on hop-off tour all through Victoria, taking you to some of the most popular destinations! Tours are fully narrated, so you’ll get a glimpse into the history of each stop.
The buses are all double-deckers, with the top deck partially open to the fresh sea air as you make your way around town. Tours depart regularly, and you can book your tickets in advance for the utmost convenience.
Looking for some of the best tours to take with Gray Line? Read our handy guide to some of our favourite tours in downtown Victoria BC.
FRS Clipper Ferry Terminal (4 min. walk)
For those looking to adventure a little further, the FRS Clipper offers adventures and packages between Vancouver, Victoria, and Seattle, WA. The boat itself feels luxurious, and one of the fastest ways to travel between these three world-class destinations. With three viewing decks, a duty-free shop, and an onboard cafe that serves locally sourced food and beverages, you’ll truly feel like you’re travelling in style!
Photo credit: @frsclipper on Instagram
Take in the beauty of the great Pacific Ocean, and keep your eyes peeled for sea lions, humpback whales, and orcas as you make your way to your destination. Just a note though – the Clipper ferries are a high-speed catamaran design, so it’s only built to accommodate foot passengers!