Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Coquitlam travel guide

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You're Going to Love Coquitlam

With a population of 114,565, Coquitlam is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Coquitlam has to offer.

Where to Eat in Coquitlam

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Coquitlam (130 - 2991 Lougheed Hwy) and JOEY Coquitlam (550 Lougheed Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Coquitlam

Coquitlam in January
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coquitlam in January
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Coquitlam

Plane

Although Coquitlam doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 16 miles from Coquitlam.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Coquitlam, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Coquitlam to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kamloops, expect to pay about $96 for a 12h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Coquitlam is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 16 miles from Coquitlam. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Coquitlam, including Ebus, Amtrak and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Coquitlam takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 265 miles.

Plane

Although Coquitlam doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 16 miles from Coquitlam.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Coquitlam, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Coquitlam to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kamloops, expect to pay about $96 for a 12h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Coquitlam is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 16 miles from Coquitlam. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Coquitlam, including Ebus, Amtrak and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Coquitlam takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 265 miles.

Airports near Coquitlam

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Coquitlam

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,675 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,137 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,058 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,127 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,449 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,514 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,571 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (888 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,113 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,159 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,597 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,902 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Coquitlam

Most booked hotels in Coquitlam

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Civic Hotel Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 542 reviews)
$164+
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Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 587 reviews)
$143+
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Executive Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre, Metro Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 640 reviews)
$114+
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Best Western King George Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 624 reviews)
$109+
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Derbyshire House
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 47 reviews)
$133+
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Hilton Vancouver Metrotown
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 831 reviews)
$151+
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Renting a car in Coquitlam

Renting a car in Coquitlam costs $33 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Coquitlam.

Expect to pay $4.05 per gallon in Coquitlam (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.60 and $64.81.

Renting a car in Coquitlam costs $33 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Coquitlam.

Expect to pay $4.05 per gallon in Coquitlam (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.60 and $64.81.

Best car rental deals in Coquitlam

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$17/day

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Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$20/day

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