Highway upgrades between Port Alberni & Tofino - July to December 2025
Highway upgrades between Port Alberni and Tofino are scheduled from July to December 2025. Travellers should expect delays and plan for extra travel time as crews work to improve road safety.
Estimated delays by month, plan for extra travel time:
Month | Daytime Delays | Evening/Night Delays |
July | Up to 30 min | Up to 30 min |
August | Up to 50 min | Up to 50 min |
Early September | Up to 70 min | Up to 40 min |
Mid-Sept–October | Up to 50 min | Up to 20 min |
November–December | Up to 30 min | Up to 30 min |
Travelling from Port Alberni to Ucluelet August-Mid September? Subtract 20 minutes from the above estimates.
Travelling from Tofino to Ucluelet August-Mid September? Add 20 minutes to your travel time.
For real-time updates, visit DriveBC: https://www.drivebc.ca/
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Note: Some GPS apps may suggest alternate routes that are not open or recommended. Cell coverage is limited along the route, but Wi-Fi is available at the Taylor River rest area.
Contact the Tofino Visitor Centre for assistance:
- Call 1.888.720.3414
- Message us on social media
- Open daily 8:30 am-6:00 pm
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