This guide compares all available airport transfers at Vancouver Airport (YVR) according to classic travel factors. This includes travel time, cost per person (pp), a short route description and links to book or buy tickets.
Public and private transfers from the airport to the city
Vancouver International Airport (YVR), also known as Aéroport international de Vancouver, is the second largest airport in Canada and is located about 12 km southwest of the main city center. Upon arrival, you can reach downtown Vancouver by SkyTrain, Taxi, Private Transfer, Uber, Lyft or Rental Car.
Transfer comparison from YVR airport to downtown
Overview of all transfer options from Vancouver Airport to the City Center
| Transport | Travel time | Cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SkyTrain | 30 Min. | CA$ 9.35 | Details |
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Taxi | 25 Min. | CA$ 21‑36 | Details |
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Private Transfer |
25 Min. | CA$ 80 | Details |
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Uber | 25 Min. | CA$ 30-70 | Details |
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Lyft | 25 Min. | CA$ 30‑50 | Details |
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Rental Car | 25 Min. | Individ. | Details |
Notices:
• The optimal transfer depends on the number of travelers, budget and available time.
• There may be waiting times at the taxi rank if there are high volume of passengers. In this case, a pre-booked transfer (e.g. via Private Transfer) is the more faster and comfortable option.
Timetable here, tickets on-site ↗
Travel time:
30 minutesCost:
CA$ 9.35 pp (2 zones + $5 YVR AddFare)Description:
SkyTrain ‘Canada Line’ from Vancouver Airport (stop at International Terminal) to downtown Vancouver to the stations “Yaletown-Roundhouse”, “Vancouver City Centre” or “Waterfront Station”
Official local taxis
Travel time:
25 minutesCost:
CA$ 21-36 (zone dependent)Description:
Taxi from Vancouver Airport (all terminals, level 2) to downtown Vancouver or directly to your accommodation / hotel in the city center
Book a Private Transfer ↗
Travel time:
25 minutesCost:
CA$ 80Description:
Comfortable private transfer (via AirportTransfer.com) from Vancouver Airport (Nameplate in the Arrival Hall) to central Vancouver or directly to your accommodation
Order an Uber ride ↗
Travel time:
25 minutesCost:
CA$ 30-70Description:
Uber from Vancouver airport (pickup location according to Uber app) to central Vancouver or directly to your accommodation
Order a Lyft ride ↗
Travel time:
25 minutesCost:
CA$ 30-50Description:
Lyft from Vancouver airport (pickup location according to Lyft app) to central Vancouver or directly to your accommodation
Hire a rental car ↗
Travel time:
25 minutesCost:
Depending on the companyDescription:
Rental Car from Vancouver Airport (counter in parking garage across from the main terminal) to Vancouver, to your accommodation & moreVancouver Travel Tips (AD)
Travel tips and recommendations for a great stay in Vancouver:
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