White Rock travel guide

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You're Going to Love White Rock

With a population of 66,450, White Rock is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. White Rock deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in White Rock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Onyx Steakhouse and Lounge - White Rock (1225 Johnston Road) and Barrique Kitchen and Wine Bar (15223 Pacific Ave Unit 1) are great picks.

When to visit White Rock

White Rock in January
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
White Rock in January
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to White Rock in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 69.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in White Rock, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to White Rock

Plane

Although White Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Abbotsford (YXX), which is located 19 miles from White Rock.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Rock, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from White Rock to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $65 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Rock is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 23 miles from White Rock. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Rock, including Rider Express, Amtrak and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to White Rock takes 70 miles and will cost you around $55. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $100 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Although White Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Abbotsford (YXX), which is located 19 miles from White Rock.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Rock, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from White Rock to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $65 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Rock is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 23 miles from White Rock. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Rock, including Rider Express, Amtrak and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to White Rock takes 70 miles and will cost you around $55. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $100 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near White Rock

Airlines serving White Rock

Lufthansa
Good (4,656 reviews)
KLM
Good (854 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,482 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,556 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,777 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,165 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,566 reviews)
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Where to stay in White Rock

Average rates range from around $107 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $205 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of White Rock

Most booked hotels in White Rock

Sunny Island by White Rock
0 stars
Excellent (9.1, 100 reviews)
$116+
Star of the Sea B&B
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 165 reviews)
$132+
Ocean Promenade Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1588 reviews)
$163+
Grandview Inn
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 44 reviews)
$120+

Renting a car in White Rock

Expect to pay $5.41 per gallon in White Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.96 and $86.61. The most frequently booked car type in White Rock is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $5.41 per gallon in White Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.96 and $86.61. The most frequently booked car type in White Rock is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.