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How to get there
Where to stay
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New Westminster travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Westminster

With a population of 58,549, New Westminster 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything New Westminster has to offer.

Where to Eat in New Westminster

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Old Bavaria Haus (233 - 6th St) and Piva Modern Italian Restaurant (787 Columbia Street) are great picks.

When to visit New Westminster

New Westminster in February
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Westminster in February
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to New Westminster

Plane

When flying to New Westminster, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 12 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Westminster, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from New Westminster to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $81 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Westminster is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 11 miles from New Westminster. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Westminster, including Amtrak, Ebus and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to New Westminster takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $124 for a journey of 315 miles.

Plane

When flying to New Westminster, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 12 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Westminster, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from New Westminster to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $81 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Westminster is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 11 miles from New Westminster. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Westminster, including Amtrak, Ebus and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to New Westminster takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $124 for a journey of 315 miles.

Airports near New Westminster

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving New Westminster

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British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
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Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
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Air France
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Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
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Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of New Westminster

Most booked hotels in New Westminster

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Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2850 reviews)
$250+
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Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport- Richmond
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1569 reviews)
$159+
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Inn At The Quay
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 660 reviews)
$173+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1709 reviews)
$170+
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Queens Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 239 reviews)
$139+
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Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Good (7.9, 2565 reviews)
$196+
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Renting a car in New Westminster

Renting a car in New Westminster costs $27 per day, on average, or $81 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 70% cheaper than airport locations in New Westminster.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in New Westminster (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Westminster, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in New Westminster costs $27 per day, on average, or $81 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 70% cheaper than airport locations in New Westminster.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in New Westminster (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Westminster, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

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