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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 April
Estimated hotel price
$246
1 night at 3-star hotel
Squamish in April
Estimated hotel price
$246
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 46 km from Squamish.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Squamish, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Squamish to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $65 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Abbotsford, expect to pay about $25 for a 6h 00m trip. The train station in Squamish is called Squamish North Garibaldi, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Squamish is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 46 km from Squamish. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and National, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Squamish, including Amtrak, Ebus and Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Squamish takes 97 km and will cost you around $58. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $193 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

Although Squamish doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 46 km from Squamish.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Squamish, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Squamish to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $65 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Abbotsford, expect to pay about $25 for a 6h 00m trip. The train station in Squamish is called Squamish North Garibaldi, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Squamish is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 46 km from Squamish. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and National, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Squamish, including Amtrak, Ebus and Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Squamish takes 97 km and will cost you around $58. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $193 for a journey of 266 km.

Airlines serving Squamish

Lufthansa
Good (6,940 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,320 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,714 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,564 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,941 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,755 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,639 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (766 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,620 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,204 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,545 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (341 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,881 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,320 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,741 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,268 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,058 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,828 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,279 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 $2.18 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 $26.06 and $34.75. The most frequently booked car type in Squamish is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (GMC Terrain or similar) is, on average, 37% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.18 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 $26.06 and $34.75. The most frequently booked car type in Squamish is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (GMC Terrain or similar) is, on average, 37% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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