Barnston Island Ferry
Last updated on April 14, 2022
The Barnston Island ferry runs across Parsons Channel on the south side of the Fraser River between Barnston Island (north bank) and Port Kells (south bank). Port Kells is in the northeast corner of Surrey at the bottom of 104th avenue.
Ferry capacity is five vehicles and 52 passengers, subject to the approved load capacity of the vessel. The maximum load capacity of the vessel is 40,000kg. Trucks with a GVW in excess of 20,000kg will be transported separately from other passengers and vehicles.
Service hours:
On demand
- Mon – Thurs
6:15 am – 11:55 pm*
On demand
- Fri – Sun
6:15 am – 12:55 am*
*Service is interrupted as/when river traffic warrants.
Crossing time: 5 minutes
Know Before You Go
- Current conditions and events at the Barnston Island ferry.
- Downloadable inland ferry maps and information (PDF, 2.8MB)
Live Highway Cams
Barnston Island - N
Barnston Island - W
Port Kells - E
Port Kells - W
