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Bowen Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bowen Island

With a population of 3,551, Bowen Island is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bowen Island to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Bowen Island

Bowen Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bowen Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bowen Island

Plane

When flying to Bowen Island, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 15 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bowen Island, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Bowen Island to Everett takes 3h 09m and costs around $56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $48 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bowen Island is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 12 miles from Bowen Island. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bowen Island, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Bowen Island takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about $111 for a journey of 275 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bowen Island, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 15 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bowen Island, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Bowen Island to Everett takes 3h 09m and costs around $56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $48 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bowen Island is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 12 miles from Bowen Island. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bowen Island, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Bowen Island takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about $111 for a journey of 275 miles.

Airports near Bowen Island

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YCDNanaimo Arpt

Airlines serving Bowen Island

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bowen Island

Most booked hotels in Bowen Island

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Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2849 reviews)
$250+
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Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport- Richmond
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1569 reviews)
$157+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1707 reviews)
$171+
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Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Good (7.9, 2565 reviews)
$196+
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River Rock Casino Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, 1104 reviews)
$144+
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Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Vancouver Airport
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 3127 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Bowen Island

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Bowen Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Bowen Island is Luxury (Audi A4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Bowen Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Bowen Island is Luxury (Audi A4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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