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, Rio Brazilian Steakhouse - Coquitlam (2729 Barnett Hwy) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Coquitlam (130 - 2991 Lougheed Hwy) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Milestones Grill + Bar - Coquitlam (2745 Barnet Hwy) and On & Off Kitchen + Bar (2662 Austin Ave) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Coquitlam.

When to visit Coquitlam

Coquitlam in February
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coquitlam in February
Estimated hotel price
$110
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 Vancouver takes 7h 32m and costs around $130 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $448 for a 97h 05m 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 Turo and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Coquitlam, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Coquitlam takes 55 miles and will cost you around $35. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 165 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 Vancouver takes 7h 32m and costs around $130 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $448 for a 97h 05m 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 Turo and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Coquitlam, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Coquitlam takes 55 miles and will cost you around $35. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Coquitlam

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Coquitlam

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,983 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
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Iberia
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United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
Good (9,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
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LOT
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Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
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Finnair
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Singapore Airlines
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Where to stay in popular areas of Coquitlam

Most booked hotels in Coquitlam

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Derbyshire House
0 stars
Excellent (9.1, 35 reviews)
$104+
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Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 567 reviews)
$183+
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Coast Metro Vancouver Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 506 reviews)
$198+
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Vancouver Jenny's Guesthouse
1 star
Excellent (8.4, 176 reviews)
$72+
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Inn At The Quay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 659 reviews)
$235+
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Executive Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre, Metro Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 636 reviews)
$182+
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Renting a car in Coquitlam

Renting a car in Coquitlam costs $54 per day, on average, or $214 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Coquitlam.

Expect to pay $4.58 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 $54.96 and $73.29. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Coquitlam, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Coquitlam costs $54 per day, on average, or $214 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Coquitlam.

Expect to pay $4.58 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 $54.96 and $73.29. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Coquitlam, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Coquitlam

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$40/day

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$40/day

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