Surrey travel guide

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You're Going to Love Surrey

With a population of 394,976, Surrey is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Surrey deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Surrey

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tap Restaurant (#101-15350 34th ave) and Cotto al Mare (2728 O'Hara Lane) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Milestones Grill + Bar - Southpoint (3085 152 St) and Milestones Grill + Bar - Guildford (10355 152nd Street - Unit 2001) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Surrey.

When to visit Surrey

Surrey in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 190
1 night at 3-star hotel
Surrey in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 190
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Surrey

Plane

When flying to Surrey, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 14 miles from the city centre

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Surrey to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around C$ 53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about C$ 90 for a 7h 32m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 14 miles from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Ebus, BC Ferries Connector and Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 165 miles and will cost you around C$ 158. From Cordova Bay, the ticket costs about C$ 83 for a journey of 208 miles. Surrey’s bus station is located 13 miles from the downtown.

Plane

When flying to Surrey, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 14 miles from the city centre

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Surrey to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around C$ 53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about C$ 90 for a 7h 32m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 14 miles from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Ebus, BC Ferries Connector and Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 165 miles and will cost you around C$ 158. From Cordova Bay, the ticket costs about C$ 83 for a journey of 208 miles. Surrey’s bus station is located 13 miles from the downtown.

Airlines serving Surrey

Lufthansa
Good (6,949 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,318 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,712 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,569 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,890 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,745 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,646 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (769 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,423 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,604 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,190 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,540 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (344 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,957 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,325 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,061 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,266 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,788 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,824 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,284 reviews)
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Where to stay in Surrey

Average rates range from around C$ 213 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 234 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ramada by Wyndham Surrey/Langley and Best Western Peace Arch Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Surrey

Most booked hotels in Surrey

Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 189+
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 292+
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 296+
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 253+
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 229+
Civic Hotel Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 216+

Renting a car in Surrey

Renting a car in Surrey costs C$ 65 per day, on average, or C$ 129 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, 16% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.78 per litre in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.32 and C$ 28.43.

Renting a car in Surrey costs C$ 65 per day, on average, or C$ 129 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, 16% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.78 per litre in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.32 and C$ 28.43.

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