Our City is served by road, ferry, rail, and air access. Land access from Prince George is via the Trans-Canada Yellowhead Highway 16. Connect with Highway 37 east of Terrace for travel South from Stewart/Hyder and the Yukon, or North from Kitimat. In addition, BC Ferries operates out of Prince Rupert with sailings up the Coast to Vancouver Island and over to Haida Gwaii. Unique to Prince Rupert is that our airport is located on an island, and requires ferry access to get there. More information on airport bus and ferry service, as well as other local transportation options, is available below.
Local Bus Service
Local bus service in Prince Rupert and Port Edward is operated by BC Transit. For more information and links to schedules, check out this page.
Prince Rupert Airport (YPR)
Prince Rupert Airport (YPR) is located on Digby Island, separated from the city by approximately nine kilometers of water and land. For more information on transportation to and from the airport, click here.
Biking, Walking and Rolling
It's our goal to retain the condensed nature of Prince Rupert to ensure walking, rolling and biking are preferred modes of transportation.. Find tips here for both drivers and cyclists about how to ensure that biking is a safe option on our roads.
Passenger Train Service
VIA Rail operates a passenger trail connecting Prince Rupert to major cities across the country, and giving passengers a leisurely way to take in Canada’s breathtaking scenery – from the Skeena River, through the Rockies, and across the prairies.
Parking Permitting + Wayfinding
The City issues parking permits for longer term use in our downtown core. Additionally, we have a handy brochure that lets you know parking time limits in different high traffic areas. Click here to find out more.
Regional Ferry Services
The Province and area First Nations own and operate a number of different ferries that come and go from Prince Rupert. This includes BC Ferries sailings to and from Vancouver Island and Haida Gwaii.
Regional Bus Services
The local Friendship House and Northern Health provide regional bus services for those looking to travel regionally. Find more information here.