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. Surrey deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Surrey

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Morgan Creek (15180 32nd Ave. Diversion) and MIXT Lobby Lounge @ Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel (15269 104th Ave) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Maharaja's Fine Dining (8148 128 St unit 409) and Kikis Restaurant (1959 152 St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Surrey.

When to visit Surrey

Surrey in November
Estimated hotel price
$227
1 night at 3-star hotel
Surrey in November
Estimated hotel price
$227
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

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Surrey to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $94 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $218 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 20 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Sixt, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Amtrak, Ebus and Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Surrey takes 89 km and will cost you around $116. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $222 for a journey of 266 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

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Surrey to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $94 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $218 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 20 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Sixt, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Amtrak, Ebus and Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Surrey takes 89 km and will cost you around $116. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $222 for a journey of 266 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city centre.

Airlines serving Surrey

Lufthansa
Good (7,992 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,514 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,972 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,360 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,215 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,774 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,017 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,357 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

Exchange Hotel Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$575+
Blue Horizon Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$532+
Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel By Apa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$513+
St. Regis Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$625+
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$723+
The Parker Hotel and Rooftop
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$525+

Hiring a car in Surrey

Hiring a car in Surrey costs $111 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Surrey.

Expect to pay $2.59 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 $31.03 and $41.38. 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, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Surrey costs $111 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Surrey.

Expect to pay $2.59 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 $31.03 and $41.38. 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, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.