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

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$ 181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Surrey in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 181
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 23 km 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 Vancouver takes 7h 32m and costs around C$ 177 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about C$ 611 for a 97h 05m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Surrey takes 89 km and will cost you around C$ 48. From Seattle, the ticket costs about C$ 150 for a journey of 266 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the downtown.

Plane

When flying to Surrey, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 23 km 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 Vancouver takes 7h 32m and costs around C$ 177 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about C$ 611 for a 97h 05m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Surrey takes 89 km and will cost you around C$ 48. From Seattle, the ticket costs about C$ 150 for a journey of 266 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the downtown.

Airports near Surrey

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Surrey

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,983 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
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Where to stay in Surrey

Average rates range from around C$ 244 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 222 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

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Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 454+
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Pan Pacific Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 490+
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Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 250+
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Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 383+
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Civic Hotel Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 335+
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Century Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 330+
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Renting a car in Surrey

Renting a car in Surrey costs C$ 88 per day, on average, or C$ 176 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Surrey.

Expect to pay C$ 1.65 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$ 19.79 and C$ 26.39.

Renting a car in Surrey costs C$ 88 per day, on average, or C$ 176 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Surrey.

Expect to pay C$ 1.65 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$ 19.79 and C$ 26.39.

Best car rental deals in Surrey

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5 adults, 5 Bags

C$ 51/day

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5 adults, 3 Bags

C$ 52/day

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