Ro-Pax ferry (passengers and vehicles)
Spirit of British Columbia
Spirit of British Columbia is operated by BC Ferries on Vancouver (Tsawwassen)–Victoria (Swartz Bay).
Ship Facts
- Operator
- BC Ferries
- Type
- Ro-Pax ferry (passengers and vehicles)
- In service since
- 1993
- Builder
- Allied Shipbuilders / Integrated Ferry Constructors, British Columbia
- IMO number
- 9015668
- Gross tonnage
- 18,747
- Length
- 167.5 m
- Beam
- 32.9 m
- Service speed
- 20.6 knots
- Cars
- 358
Source: public vessel record, checked 2026-09-24. Onboard facilities and deployments change. Confirm details with BC Ferries.
Where Spirit of British Columbia Sails
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Where does the Spirit of British Columbia sail?
Spirit of British Columbia is listed on FerryConnect for Vancouver (Tsawwassen)–Victoria (Swartz Bay) with BC Ferries. Ship deployments can change with refits and seasons, so check your booking for the vessel on your date.
Can I take a car on the Spirit of British Columbia?
Yes. Spirit of British Columbia is a vehicle-carrying ferry with space for around 358 cars. Book vehicle space in advance on busy dates.