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

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Richmond. The train journey from Richmond to Bellingham takes 1h 53m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 00m 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 Priceless and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Richmond using Ebus or Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 165 miles and will cost you around $55. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $171 for a journey of 315 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

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Richmond. The train journey from Richmond to Bellingham takes 1h 53m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 00m 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 Priceless and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Richmond using Ebus or Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 165 miles and will cost you around $55. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $171 for a journey of 315 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 (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,730 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,926 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around $149 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $150 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 By IHG.

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, 2968 reviews)
$247+
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Coast Tsawwassen Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 942 reviews)
$153+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Delta
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 191 reviews)
$154+
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Inn At The Quay
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 661 reviews)
$166+
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Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2680 reviews)
$207+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1855 reviews)
$170+
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Renting a car in Richmond

Renting a car in Richmond costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 Hertz branch at 3880 Grant Mcconachie Way, which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Richmond costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 Hertz branch at 3880 Grant Mcconachie Way, which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Richmond

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$21/day

Intermediate

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$39/day

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