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

Richmond travel guide

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You're Going to Love Richmond

With a population of 182,000, Richmond is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Richmond deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Richmond

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gordon Ramsay Steak - Vancouver (8811 River Rd) and Origo Club (6888 River Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Macan's Bar + Grill (9100 Steveston Hwy) and Steveston Seafood House (3951 Moncton St.) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Richmond.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in December
Estimated package price
$386
2 travelers
Flight to Richmond
3 nights at hotel
Richmond in December
Estimated package price
$386
2 travelers
Flight to Richmond
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 3 miles from the city center.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Richmond to Vancouver takes 7h 32m and costs around $130 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kamloops, expect to pay about $121 for a 12h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 8 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Turo and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Richmond takes 55 miles and will cost you around $35. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 1.8 miles from downtown Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 3 miles from the city center.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Richmond to Vancouver takes 7h 32m and costs around $130 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kamloops, expect to pay about $121 for a 12h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 8 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Turo and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Richmond takes 55 miles and will cost you around $35. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 1.8 miles from downtown Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Richmond

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YGGGanges SPB

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (7,205 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,130 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,656 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,953 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,858 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,718 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,396 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around $181 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $154 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Go House and Holiday Inn Express Vancouver Airport - Richmond.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2911 reviews)
$302+
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Coast Tsawwassen Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 922 reviews)
$194+
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Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport- Richmond
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1606 reviews)
$241+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Delta
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 193 reviews)
$221+
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Inn At The Quay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 660 reviews)
$222+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1784 reviews)
$178+
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Renting a car in Richmond

Renting a car in Richmond costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Richmond is the Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 2 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Richmond costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Richmond is the Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 2 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Richmond

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$23/day

Intermediate

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Compact
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