Getting around Vancouver Island without a car can be challenging. With its sheer size and limited public transportation, it can be tough to navigate on foot.
Luckily, we’ve got a solution for you: ridesharing! Coastal Rides is a safe and convenient way to travel around Vancouver Island. We service the greater Comox Valley, with long distance ridesharing available, whether you’re headed to Tofino, Port Hardy, or Victoria. With Coastal Rides, you can ditch the car for a practical and stress-free way to travel Vancouver Island end-to-end.
Here’s what you need to know about getting around Vancouver Island by rideshare.
Ridesharing in the Comox Valley and to Popular Vancouver Island Destinations
Coastal Rides is based out of the greater Comox Valley. We offer reliable ferry service in and out of Comox’s Little River terminal and to surrounding communities like Cumberland, Campbell River, and Parksville and Qualicum Beach.
Hail a ride and you can be shuttling your bike to the foothills of Cumberland, hitching a ride up to Mount Washington, or farm hopping throughout the Comox Peninsula. Looking to hit popular destinations like Tofino or Victoria? We can get you there. Save yourself the drive and gas and enjoy the scenery instead. Some drivers even have bike and roof racks so you can bring your favorite toys with you, too.
How Does Ridesharing on Vancouver Island Work?
First, download the Coastal Rides app. The easiest way to secure your ride is to book in advance. On the app, enter your pick-up and drop-off locations, select the date and time you’d like to travel, and choose the type of ride that best fits your needs.
Once you’ve made your booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email or notification on your phone with all the details of your ride, including the driver’s name, contact information, and vehicle make and model. You’ll also be able to track your driver’s progress in real-time, so you know exactly when they’ll arrive to pick you up. Tip: let us know if you’re travelling in a group or have a lot of luggage. We’ll work to outfit you with a vehicle that has plenty of room for you, your friends and all your belongings.
Payments are all made in the app via credit card, and you’re not charged until you are dropped off at your destination.
That’s it! Book your next ride and start exploring Vancouver Island today.
BOOK A TRIP IN ADVANCE
Because we operate in communities that have much less activity than in the big city and often have long distances between populated areas, an on demand ride is not always only a few minutes away. We strongly encourage our riders to schedule in advance when they can, to make sure there is a driver available for their trip. Trips are pre-assigned to drivers so we know someone will be there for you, and over 97% of trips operate on time (stuff happens we can’t be perfect).
BOOK A TRIP IN ADVANCE
Because we operate in communities that have much less activity than in the big city and often have long distances between populated areas, an on demand ride is not always only a few minutes away. We strongly encourage our riders to schedule in advance when they can, to make sure there is a driver available for their trip. Trips are pre-assigned to drivers so we know someone will be there for you, and over 97% of trips operate on time (stuff happens we can’t be perfect).