How to get from YVR to Vancouver
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Canada Line SkyTrain (to Waterfront) | CAD 4.20 (+ CAD 5 airport surcharge) | 26 min |
| Taxi / Uber | CAD 35–60 | 25–40 min |
YVR is 12km from downtown — Canada Line SkyTrain takes 26 min for CAD 4.20 + CAD 5 airport surcharge (no surcharge from downtown back to airport). The station is at Level 4 inside both terminals. For 6+ hour layovers in summer: SkyTrain + Granville Island + seawall walk is feasible.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into YVR.
Getting out of Vancouver (YVR)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Vancouver International Airport to Vancouver cost?
CAD 35–60 — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from YVR to Vancouver?
Canada Line SkyTrain (to Waterfront) at CAD 4.20 (+ CAD 5 airport surcharge) — 26 min to central Vancouver.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Canada?
Canada requires eTA for visa-waiver countries (US citizens exempt) or full visa for others. Connecting passengers at YVR must clear Canadian immigration unless using the in-transit preclearance facility (limited routes).