Cities Near Nanaimo
Cities near Nanaimo, Canada: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Richmond, Burnaby, Delta. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Nanaimo, Canada is Richmond, about 36 mi (58 km) away — roughly 1 hr 5 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Burnaby | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Delta | 47 mi / 75 km | 1 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| White Rock | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Coquitlam | 53 mi / 85 km | 1 hr 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Victoria | 57 mi / 92 km | 1 hr 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Maple Ridge | 61 mi / 97 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Bellingham | 72 mi / 115 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Abbotsford | 77 mi / 123 km | 1 hr 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Chilliwack | 90 mi / 144 km | 2 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Nanaimo
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Richmond, Burnaby, Delta, White Rock, Coquitlam. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Nanaimo include Richmond, Burnaby, Delta, White Rock, Coquitlam. The closest is Richmond, about 36 miles (58 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.