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

Galiano Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Galiano Island

Galiano 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 Galiano Island to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Galiano Island

Galiano Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Galiano Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Galiano Island

Plane

Galiano Island is served by 2 airports: Village Bay Miners Bay (YAV) and Galiano Island Montagne Harbor (YMF). The closest to downtown Galiano Island is Village Bay Miners Bay, which is located 3 miles from the city center. Further away is Galiano Island Montagne Harbor, 3 miles from the center of Galiano Island.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Galiano Island, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Galiano Island to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $130 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Galiano Island is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 30 miles from Galiano Island. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Galiano Island, including Amtrak, Ebus and BC Ferries Connector. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Galiano Island takes 75 miles and will cost you around $34. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Galiano Island is served by 2 airports: Village Bay Miners Bay (YAV) and Galiano Island Montagne Harbor (YMF). The closest to downtown Galiano Island is Village Bay Miners Bay, which is located 3 miles from the city center. Further away is Galiano Island Montagne Harbor, 3 miles from the center of Galiano Island.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Galiano Island, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Galiano Island to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $130 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Galiano Island is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 30 miles from Galiano Island. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Galiano Island, including Amtrak, Ebus and BC Ferries Connector. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Galiano Island takes 75 miles and will cost you around $34. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Galiano Island

YVRVancouver Intl
YAVVillage Bay Miners Bay
YBWBedwell Harbor

Airlines serving Galiano Island

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,632 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,583 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,814 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,470 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Galiano Island

Most booked hotels in Galiano Island

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Quarrystone House B&B
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 142 reviews)
$326+
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Woodstone Manor Inc.
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 200 reviews)
$219+
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Wisteria Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (9, 564 reviews)
$104+
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The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, 719 reviews)
$151+
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Armand Heights
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 116 reviews)
$167+
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Harbour House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 592 reviews)
$249+
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Renting a car in Galiano Island

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Galiano Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Galiano Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.