Travel advisory: RBC GranFondo Whistler View ×

Posted: Tuesday, September 8 at 11:38 am

RBC GranFondo
Horseshoe Bay Sailings
Saturday, September 12, 2026

The RBC GranFondo Whistler cycling event from downtown Vancouver to Whistler will take place on Saturday, September 12. Traffic modifications will be in effect for customers travelling through the Horseshoe Bay terminal before 9:30 am on that day.

Customers planning to travel on sailings departing Horseshoe Bay on the morning of Saturday, September 12, please note that Westbound Highway 1 and northbound Highway 99 traffic will be rerouted via Exit 2 to Old Highway 99, also known as Horseshoe Bay Drive, and will re-enter northbound Highway 99 at Pasco Road.

The detour will be in effect from 5:30 am to 10:30 am. We suggest customers allow enough travel time to arrive at the terminal before the scheduled sailing of their choice.

For customers travelling on sailings that arrive at Horseshoe Bay terminal before 9:00 am on September 12, traffic leaving Horseshoe Bay will be rerouted to Marine Drive through West Vancouver from 5:30 am to 9:00 am.

Eastbound heavy trucks travelling between Horseshoe Bay, Taylor Way, and southbound Highway 99 will be redirected to a temporary holding area in Horseshoe Bay from 5:30 am to 9:00 am.

Heavy trucks will not be permitted on Marine Drive through West Vancouver during this period and may re-enter Highway 1 after the eastbound lanes reopen.

BC Ferries wishes all the participants success in the RBC GranFondo Whistler event. For further information about the revised traffic patterns, visit RBCGranfondo.

For up-to-date sailing and departure information, check Current Conditions, follow @BCFerries on X, or phone 1-888-223-3779 for further assistance.

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Book commercial travel online

The following commercial vehicle types can be booked online:
 
  • Registered 5,500 kg/GVW
  • Semi
  • Semi A/B train
  • Most vehicles up to 9 feet wide
     
Important travel policies for bookable routes
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Commercial Saver Fare Special

Commercial Saver fares are available online in advance from $4.86 per foot (33% off) on select sailings between Vancouver and Vancouver Island. 

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Not all commercial vehicles can be booked online

If you are hauling an oversize load, require facilities for refrigerated vehicles or other special arrangements, call to book at 1-888-BC FERRY (1-888-223-3779).

An oversize load is defined as having an:
 
  • Overall width greater than 9 feet (2.74m)*
  • Overall length greater than 99 feet (30.18m)

To avoid possible delays, it is strongly recommended that you contact us prior to arranging vehicle permits or arriving at the terminal.

*If your vehicle width is greater than 13 feet (3.96m), we may not be able to accommodate you.
 

Drop trailer service

Drop off your commercial trailer at select terminals and then our staff will transport it to its destination terminal.

This service is available on the following routes:
  • Vancouver (Tsawwassen) – Victoria (Swartz Bay)
  • Vancouver (Tsawwassen) – Nanaimo (Duke Point)
  • Port Hardy (Bear Cove) – Prince Rupert
  • Prince Rupert – Graham Island (Skidegate)
  • Port Hardy (Bear Cove) – Central Coast: Bella Bella (McLoughlin Bay), Bella Coola, Ocean Falls, Shearwater

Request more information about drop trailer services.

Height, weight and ramp load limits

Maximum allowable vehicle loading limits (length, width, height, ground clearance, axles and weight) depend on both the terminal and ferry limitations. For more information on terminal and ferry loading limits, contact our Customer Service Centre at 1-888-BC FERRY (1-888-223-3779) or @BCFerries on X.

Terminal and ferry height limits
Maximum allowable vehicle heights depend on both the terminal and ferry limitations. For more information on terminal and ferry height limits, contact our Customer Service Centre at 1-888-BC FERRY (1-888-223-3779) or @BCFerries on X.
Southern Gulf Island ramp, length and load limits
The following terminals have a ramp load of 39,500 kg and an axle limit of 5 loaded axles:
 
  • Crofton
  • Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay)
  • Chemainus
  • Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)
  • Penelakut Island (Telegraph Harbour)
  • Galiano Island (Sturdies Bay)
  • Gabriola Island (Descano Bay) 
Important:
  • The driver of the vehicle will be required to provide proof of vehicle weight through a current weigh bill or an Overweight Vehicle Passage Approval Form issued by BC Ferries, prior to being authorized to travel.
  • Vehicles exceeding 39,500 kg will not be permitted to travel at these terminals.


The following terminals have a ramp load of 56,500 kg and an axle limit of 7 loaded axles:
  • Pender Island (Otter Bay)
Important:
  • The driver of the vehicle is required to provide proof of vehicle weight through a current weight bill or an Overweight Vehicle Passage Approval Form issued by BC Ferries, prior to being authorized to travel.
  • Vehicles exceeding 56,500 kg will not be permitted to travel at these terminals

For travel to or from the Southern Gulf Islands, please be advised that the maximum length may vary by port. Call 1-888-BC FERRY to ensure travel is suitable.

Additional travel information

Commercial Vehicles at Tsawwassen Terminal

Commercial Saver fare 

Commercial Saver fares are available online in advance from $5.00 per foot (33% off) on select sailings between Vancouver and Vancouver Island.

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Travelling with Dangerous Goods on BC Ferries

Dangerous goods

See what goods are classified as dangerous, and learn how to declare them before you travel.

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Carrying livestock

Find out everything you need to know about travelling with livestock on BC Ferries.

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BC Ferries Commercial Travel Card

Commercial card

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