Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
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.

Where to Eat in Chilliwack

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Lakeside Beach Club (4131 Columbia Valley Hwy) and Earls Kitchen + Bar - Chilliwack (45585 Luckakuck Way) are great picks.

When to visit Chilliwack

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

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Chilliwack, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Chilliwack to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around C$ 52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about C$ 182 for a 7h 32m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chilliwack, including Amtrak, Ebus and Red Arrow. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Chilliwack takes 89 km and will cost you around C$ 93. From Seattle, the ticket costs about C$ 154 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

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

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Chilliwack, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Chilliwack to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around C$ 52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about C$ 182 for a 7h 32m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chilliwack, including Amtrak, Ebus and Red Arrow. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Chilliwack takes 89 km and will cost you around C$ 93. From Seattle, the ticket costs about C$ 154 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Chilliwack

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Chilliwack

KLM
Good (1,414 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,579 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,533 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,028 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,027 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,421 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,584 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,062 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,324 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,137 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,407 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 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$ 193+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chilliwack East By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 133+
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Woodside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 174+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Chilliwack
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 136+
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Harrison Hammond House Farmstay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 156+
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Coast Chilliwack Hotel By Apa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 150+
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Renting a car in Chilliwack

Renting a car in Chilliwack costs C$ 65 per day, on average, or C$ 130 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, 30% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 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$ 19.18 and C$ 25.57. The most frequently booked car type in Chilliwack is Full-size (Ford F-150 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Chilliwack costs C$ 65 per day, on average, or C$ 130 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, 30% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 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$ 19.18 and C$ 25.57. The most frequently booked car type in Chilliwack is Full-size (Ford F-150 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Chilliwack

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 32/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 adults, 3 Bags

C$ 33/day

Intermediate
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