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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Richmond to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Richmond

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gordon Ramsay Steak - Vancouver (8811 River Rd) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Richmond South (11151 No. 5 Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, CASK Whisky Vault (8400 W Rd) and Bruno (8499 Bridgeport Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Richmond.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
$232
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
$232
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 3 miles 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 Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $643 for a 97h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 8 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Ebus, BC Ferries Connector and Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 165 miles and will cost you around $96. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 215 miles. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 1.8 miles from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 3 miles 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 Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $643 for a 97h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 8 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Ebus, BC Ferries Connector and Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 165 miles and will cost you around $96. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 215 miles. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 1.8 miles from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Richmond

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YAVVillage Bay Miners Bay

Airlines serving Richmond

KLM
Good (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,731 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,195 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,091 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,177 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,479 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,139 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,746 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around $185 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $230 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Go House and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Riverport Richmond By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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Fairmont Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$435+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$165+
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River Rock Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$177+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Vancouver Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$151+
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Comfort Hotel Vancouver Airport
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$128+
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Abercorn Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$130+
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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 2 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.85 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 $22.11 and $29.47. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Ford Escape or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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 2 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.85 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 $22.11 and $29.47. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Ford Escape or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Richmond

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$33/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$85/day

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