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Nanaimo Airport public transport guide

Nanaimo2 routesUpdated 2026-10-19

Getting to and from Nanaimo Airport by public transport, without the guesswork. Nanaimo Airport has a single public transport option — RDN Transit. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

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RDN Transit

RDN Transit is the Regional District of Nanaimo's public bus system, operated by BC Transit and running on regular network fares. Two routes stop at Nanaimo Airport, linking it with the Downtown Nanaimo Exchange and South Parkway Plaza Exchange, and one continuing south through Ladysmith to Duncan. The airport bus stop sits just south of the terminal building.

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78 Cassidy/Airport

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Local bus from the Downtown Nanaimo Exchange via South Parkway Plaza Exchange and Timberlands Road to Nanaimo Airport, then returning through Cassidy to downtown. Operates on weekdays.

Stops
Downtown Nanaimo ExchangeSouth Parkway Plaza ExchangeS Wellington Rd at Morden RdTimberlands Rd at Hwy 1Nanaimo AirportSchoolhouse Rd at Morden Rd
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70 NCX Nanaimo - Cowichan Express

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Express bus linking the Downtown Nanaimo Exchange and Nanaimo Airport with Oyster Bay, Ladysmith and Duncan, finishing at Cowichan Village Green Mall. Runs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Stops
Downtown Nanaimo ExchangeSouth Parkway Plaza ExchangeNanaimo AirportOyster Bay VillageLadysmith: 1st Ave at Hwy 1Drinkwater Rd at Cowichan CommonsCanada Ave at Station StCowichan Village Green Mall
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