Pier arrival??

[mrspeck]

Departing on the Zuiderdam out of Vancuver. What is latest time to arrive at Canada Place and still safely make it onboard??? We are flying into Seattle the night before (late). Plan on taking the train the morning of the cruise? Should this work out ok???

[smslms]

Some recent posts have suggested long lines, confusion and delays in boarding at Canada Place. We haven't experienced this but then again we live here and are familiar with the area and the terminal. It can depend on how many ships are berthed at one time, more ships = more people = longer lines and shorter tempers. If you catch a train that will allow you to get to the pier by around 1PM I wouldn't think you would have any problems assuming you are sailing at 5PM. Enjoy your cruise.

[Atomica]

Your plan should work out just fine.

The last three times I've boarded at Canada Place, it's taken anywhere from an hour to two hours between the time I enter the queue and the time I've stepped aboard. I always like to arrive around 11am no matter where I cruise, but it's ironic that the port in my own home city takes the longest.

I agree with the above poster - 1pm might not be bad. I'd just go with the idea it may take at least an hour, and then you can be pleased if that doesn't happen!

Enjoy your cruise.