Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Richmond travel guide

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You're Going to Love Richmond

With a population of 182.000, Richmond is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Richmond deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Richmond

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gordon Ramsay Steak - Vancouver (8811 River Rd) and Origo Club (6888 River Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Macan's Bar + Grill (9100 Steveston Hwy) and Steveston Seafood House (3951 Moncton St.) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Richmond.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
$239
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
$239
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 4 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Richmond to Bellingham takes 1h 53m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $61 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 13 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Richmond takes 89 km and will cost you around $58. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $182 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 3.0 km from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 4 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Richmond to Bellingham takes 1h 53m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $61 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 13 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Richmond takes 89 km and will cost you around $58. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $182 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 3.0 km from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Richmond

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YGGGanges SPB

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (7,191 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,365 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,070 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,963 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,648 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,879 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,802 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,837 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (805 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,595 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,275 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,637 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,412 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,082 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (358 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,308 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,298 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,903 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,316 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around $302 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $212 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Go House and SureStay by Best Western Richmond Vancouver Airport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$506+
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Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport- Richmond
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$401+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$345+
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River Rock Casino Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$359+
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Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel & Resort
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$334+
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Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Vancouver Airport
2 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
$251+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Richmond is the Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.95 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.38 and $31.17. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 1% cheaper than other types, on average.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Richmond is the Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.95 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.38 and $31.17. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 1% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Richmond

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$70/day

Intermediate

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$72/day

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