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

Squamish travel guide

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Squamish is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada.

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Where to Eat in Squamish

If you’re looking for affordable options, Saha Eatery (38128 2nd Avenue) and The Salted Vine Kitchen + Bar (37991 Second Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Squamish

Squamish in March
Estimated hotel price
$252
1 night at 3-star hotel
Squamish in March
Estimated hotel price
$252
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Squamish in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 391 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Squamish, with an average rainfall of 59 mm.

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How to Get to Squamish

Plane

Although Squamish doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 28 miles from Squamish.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Squamish. The train station in Squamish is called Squamish North Garibaldi, and is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Squamish is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 29 miles from Squamish. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Squamish, including Ebus, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Seattle, the bus ride to Squamish takes 165 miles and will cost you around $96. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 251 miles.

Plane

Although Squamish doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 28 miles from Squamish.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Squamish. The train station in Squamish is called Squamish North Garibaldi, and is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Squamish is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 29 miles from Squamish. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Thrifty, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Squamish, including Ebus, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Seattle, the bus ride to Squamish takes 165 miles and will cost you around $96. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 251 miles.

Airports near Squamish

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YCDNanaimo Arpt

Airlines serving Squamish

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,978 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,461 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,771 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,021 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,996 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,993 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,380 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (858 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,334 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,134 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,034 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,383 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (366 reviews)
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Where to stay in Squamish

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sea to Sky Hotel & Conference Centre and Howe Sound Inn & Brewing Company.

Where to stay in popular areas of Squamish

Hiring a car in Squamish

Expect to pay $2.03 per litre in Squamish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.31 and $32.41. Intermediate (GMC Terrain or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Squamish, while also 7% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.03 per litre in Squamish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.31 and $32.41. Intermediate (GMC Terrain or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Squamish, while also 7% cheaper than other types, on average.

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