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

Vernon travel guide

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With a population of 47,274, Vernon 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 Vernon to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Vernon

If you’re looking for affordable options, D'Argento (123 Shortt Street) and The Den Restaurant & Bar (123 Shortt ST) are great picks.

When to visit Vernon

Vernon in March
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel
Vernon in March
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Vernon in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 49 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Vernon, with an average rainfall of 25 mm.

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How to Get to Vernon

Plane

Although Vernon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kelowna (YLW), which is located 35 km from Vernon.

Car

Another option to get to Vernon is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 296 km from Vernon. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Avis, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Vernon using Ebus or Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Vernon takes 386 km and will cost you around $87. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $104 for a journey of 523 km.

Plane

Although Vernon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kelowna (YLW), which is located 35 km from Vernon.

Car

Another option to get to Vernon is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 296 km from Vernon. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Avis, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Vernon using Ebus or Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Vernon takes 386 km and will cost you around $87. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $104 for a journey of 523 km.

Airports near Vernon

YLWKelowna
YYFPenticton
YKAKamloops

Airlines serving Vernon

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,966 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,403 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
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Where to stay in Vernon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Vance Creek Hotel & Conference Centre and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Vernon.

Where to stay in popular areas of Vernon

Most booked hotels in Vernon

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vernon
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Vernon
2 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
$101+
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Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre, Vernon, BC
4 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$71+
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Hiring a car in Vernon

Expect to pay $2.09 per litre in Vernon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.01 and $33.34. The most frequently booked car type in Vernon is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.09 per litre in Vernon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.01 and $33.34. The most frequently booked car type in Vernon is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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