Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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.

Where to Eat in Surrey

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Scott Road (7948 120 Street) and Earls Kitchen + Bar - Grandview Corners (16071 24th Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Surrey

Surrey in February
Estimated hotel price
$251
1 night at 3-star hotel
Surrey in February
Estimated hotel price
$251
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

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Surrey to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $78 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $232 for a 7h 32m 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 hire from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Alamo, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Ebus, Amtrak and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around $196. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $218 for a journey of 507 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Surrey, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 23 km from the city centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Surrey to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $78 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $232 for a 7h 32m 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 hire from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Alamo, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Ebus, Amtrak and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around $196. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $218 for a journey of 507 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city centre.

Airports near Surrey

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Surrey

KLM
Good (1,419 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,583 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,993 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,535 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,050 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,790 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,668 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,033 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,039 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,421 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,494 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,585 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,068 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,138 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,340 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,070 reviews)
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Where to stay in Surrey

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Peace Arch Inn and Comfort Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Surrey

Most booked hotels in Surrey

Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$298+
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Pan Pacific Vancouver
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$350+
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Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$213+
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Ywca Hotel Vancouver
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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Century Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$183+
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Empire Landmark Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$96+
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Hiring a car in Surrey

Expect to pay $2.04 per litre in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.40 and $32.53. The most frequently booked car type in Surrey is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.04 per litre in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.40 and $32.53. The most frequently booked car type in Surrey is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Surrey

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz

Avis

Avis
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