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Taxi in Nanaimo: companies, phone numbers & prices

Nanaimo Data updated

We list 7 services for Nanaimo, among them Electric Taxi, Yellow Cab, Island Chauffeur and 4 more. Only one of them publishes rates we could check, so ask the others for a quote before a long trip. Coastal Rides works here through an app. Electric Taxi, Yellow Cab, Island Chauffeur and 3 more list airport rides. AC Taxi lists wheelchair-accessible vehicles. We do not dispatch cars, so call the company you pick.

Taxi companies

Electric Taxi

  • Eco / electric
  • Airport rides
  • App booking

Tesla Model 3 taxi company serving Parksville and Qualicum Beach, with booking through its website.

Serves
Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Nanaimo
Office
Parksville, BC V9P 2P8
Details and notes

Pros: 100% electric Tesla vehicles, environmentally friendly, premium service, airport and business transportation, food and alcohol delivery.

Cons: Limited to Parksville, Qualicum, and nearby areas; may require advance booking during peak times.

Runs a fleet of Tesla Model 3 cars and is registered in BC as Electric Taxi Limited. A second site, taxiserviceparksville.ca, is also listed.

Information from electrictaxis.ca, checked October 2026. Confirm details with the company.

Yellow Cab

  • Airport rides
  • App booking

Reliable, affordable taxi service with app and online booking. Covers all major Nanaimo transport hubs.

Serves
Nanaimo and surrounding areas
Office
1005 Farquhar Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2G2
Price
Initial flag: $3.90, $2.72/km, $48.74/hr wait time
Details

Pros: 24/7 service, app booking, reliable, covers airport/ferries.

Cons: Standard taxi wait times during peak hours.

Prices:
Initial flag: $3.90, $2.72/km, $48.74/hr wait time
Nanaimo – Nanaimo Airport (YCD): ~$50–$60 (estimate)

Island Chauffeur

  • Airport rides

Chauffeur and taxi service specializing in airport transfers and personalized rides.

Serves
Central Vancouver Island, including Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Comox, Nanaimo, Campbell River, Port Alberni, Tofino, Ucluelet, Victoria and the main ferry terminals
Office
667 Temple St, Parksville, BC V9P 1A9
Details and notes

Pros: Personalized service, suitable for airport and long-distance transfers.

Cons: May be more expensive than standard taxis, limited spontaneous availability.

Other numbers:
Toll-free: 1-877-954-9694
Text: 250-954-9694

The street address comes from a directory listing, not the company site. The company states that rides are pre-booked with at least 4 days notice.

Information from islandchauffeur.com, checked October 2026. Confirm details with the company.

AC Taxi

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Airport rides

24/7 taxi service with wheelchair-accessible vehicles and experienced drivers. Participates in HandyDart and Taxi Saver programs.

Serves
Nanaimo, Nanaimo Airport, ferry terminals, bus depot
Office
835 Old Victoria Road, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5Z9
Details

Pros: Wheelchair accessible, experienced drivers, covers all transport hubs.

Cons: Standard taxi pricing, may require advance booking for accessibility.

Nanaimo Airporter

  • Airport rides
  • App booking

Shuttle with door-to-door pickup, available around the clock. Runs to the Departure Bay, Duke Point and Gabriola ferry terminals and to Nanaimo Airport, and also covers Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Port Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet. You can book online.

Serves
Greater Nanaimo, Lantzville, Cedar, Extension, Yellow Point, Ladysmith, Duncan, Mill Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Nanoose, Port Alberni, Tofino, Ucluelet, Courtenay, Victoria Airport and Comox Airport
Details

Other numbers:
Toll-free, rates to distant destinations: 1-888-758-2133

Information from nanaimoairporter.com, checked October 2026. Confirm details with the company.

Coastal Rides

  • Rideshare app
  • Airport rides
  • App booking

Locally owned rideshare company operating since 2020. You book in the app, see the price upfront, pay without cash and can schedule a ride up to 7 days ahead.

Serves
Sunshine Coast, Comox Valley, Campbell River, Tofino and Ucluelet, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Fort St. John, Squamish and Sea to Sky
Details and notes

Other numbers:
Toll-free: 1-855-921-2226

Nanaimo has few drivers, so pre-booking is the safer choice there.

Information from coastalrides.ca, checked October 2026. Confirm details with the company.

Gabriola Taxi

The only taxi on Gabriola Island. The community directory suggests arranging pickups ahead and calling to ask about availability.

Serves
Gabriola Island
Details and notes

Details come from the Gabriola community directory, not from the company.

Information from directory.hellogabriola.ca, checked October 2026. Confirm details with the company.

Taxi companies side by side

Compare taxi and ride services
Service Serves Starting price Wheelchair Airport App Cards Call
Electric Taxi Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Nanaimo – Not listed Yes Yes Not listed 250-240-3445
Yellow Cab Nanaimo and surrounding areas Initial flag: $3.90, $2.72/km, $48.74/hr wait time Not listed Yes Yes Not listed 250-751-1111
Island Chauffeur Central Vancouver Island, including Parksville, Qualicum Beach,… – Not listed Yes Not listed Not listed 250-954-9694
AC Taxi Nanaimo, Nanaimo Airport, ferry terminals, bus depot – Yes Yes Not listed Not listed 250-753-1231
Nanaimo Airporter Greater Nanaimo, Lantzville, Cedar, Extension, Yellow Point, La… – Not listed Yes Yes Not listed 778-441-2133
Coastal Rides Sunshine Coast, Comox Valley, Campbell River, Tofino and Ucluel… – Not listed Yes Yes Yes 604-330-7433
Gabriola Taxi Gabriola Island – Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed 250-247-0049

Common questions about taxis in Nanaimo

Which taxi companies serve Nanaimo?

Listed services covering Nanaimo: Electric Taxi, Yellow Cab, Island Chauffeur, AC Taxi, Nanaimo Airporter, Coastal Rides, Gabriola Taxi. Check each provider for exact service areas and availability.

How much does a taxi cost in Nanaimo?

Starting rates published by the services above: Yellow Cab: Initial flag: $3.90, $2.72/km, $48.74/hr wait time. The final fare depends on distance, time and waiting, so confirm with the company or use the fare estimate for a rough idea.

Are there wheelchair-accessible taxis in Nanaimo?

These services mention accessible vehicles: AC Taxi. Accessible vans are often limited, so book ahead.

Can I get a taxi to or from the airport near Nanaimo?

These services list airport rides: Electric Taxi, Yellow Cab, Island Chauffeur, AC Taxi, Nanaimo Airporter, Coastal Rides. Ask about flat rates and pre-booking for early or late flights.

Uber and taxi prices around Nanaimo

RouteDistanceTimeUber (standard)Taxi (published tariff)
Downtown Nanaimo to VIU 3 km 8 min $11 $12
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal (Nanaimo) to Downtown Nanaimo 4 km 10 min $13 $15
Downtown Nanaimo to Woodgrove Centre 10 km 20 min $23 $31
Duke Point Ferry Terminal (Nanaimo) to Downtown Nanaimo 15 km 20 min $29 $45
Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Downtown Nanaimo 18 km 25 min $34 $53
Downtown Nanaimo to Parksville 35 km 40 min $59 $92

Estimates from average rates at normal demand, before tips, tolls and airport fees. The taxi column uses the tariff of a company listed for the route when one is published, and is left empty when none is.

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