Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Chilliwack travel guide

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You're Going to Love Chilliwack

With a population of 77,000, Chilliwack is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Chilliwack deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Chilliwack

Chilliwack in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 148
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chilliwack in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 148
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Chilliwack in July, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 313 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Chilliwack, with an average rainfall of 59 mm.

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How to Get to Chilliwack

Plane

When flying to Chilliwack, you’ll arrive at Chilliwack (YCW), which is located 2 km from the city centre

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chilliwack, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Chilliwack to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around C$ 51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kamloops, expect to pay about C$ 118 for a 12h 57m trip. The train station in Chilliwack is called Chilliwack, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chilliwack is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 85 km from Chilliwack. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chilliwack, including Ebus, Amtrak and Red Arrow. From Seattle, the bus ride to Chilliwack takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 75. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about C$ 77 for a journey of 443 km.

Plane

When flying to Chilliwack, you’ll arrive at Chilliwack (YCW), which is located 2 km from the city centre

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chilliwack, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Chilliwack to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around C$ 51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kamloops, expect to pay about C$ 118 for a 12h 57m trip. The train station in Chilliwack is called Chilliwack, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chilliwack is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 85 km from Chilliwack. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chilliwack, including Ebus, Amtrak and Red Arrow. From Seattle, the bus ride to Chilliwack takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 75. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about C$ 77 for a journey of 443 km.

Airports near Chilliwack

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Chilliwack

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,803 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,759 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,234 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,233 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,880 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,342 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,528 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,697 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,739 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,365 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,178 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (388 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,937 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,146 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chilliwack

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chilliwack East By IHG and Vedder River Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chilliwack

Most booked hotels in Chilliwack

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Sasquatch Crossing Eco Lodge B&B
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 175+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chilliwack East By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 138+
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chilliwack
2 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 160+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Chilliwack
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 153+
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Coast Chilliwack Hotel By Apa
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 138+
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Vedder River Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 112+
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Renting a car in Chilliwack

Renting a car in Chilliwack costs C$ 69 per day, on average, or C$ 139 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.59 per litre in Chilliwack (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.04 and C$ 25.39. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Chilliwack, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Chilliwack costs C$ 69 per day, on average, or C$ 139 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.59 per litre in Chilliwack (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.04 and C$ 25.39. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Chilliwack, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Chilliwack

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 43/day

Economy

Supplier choice

5 adults, 5 Bags

C$ 43/day

Supplier choice
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