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

Surrey travel guide

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You're Going to Love Surrey

With a population of 394.976, Surrey is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Surrey has to offer.

Where to Eat in Surrey

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Morgan Creek (15180 32nd Ave. Diversion) and MIXT Lobby Lounge @ Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel (15269 104th Ave) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Maharaja's Fine Dining (8148 128 St unit 409) and Kikis Restaurant (1959 152 St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Surrey.

When to visit Surrey

Surrey in January
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Surrey in January
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Surrey

Plane

When flying to Surrey, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 23 km from the city center.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Surrey 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. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Ebus, Amtrak and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around $110. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $122 for a journey of 507 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Surrey, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 23 km from the city center.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Surrey 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. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Ebus, Amtrak and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around $110. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $122 for a journey of 507 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city center.

Airports near Surrey

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Surrey

KLM
Good (1,420 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,592 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,997 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,538 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,052 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,790 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,672 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,033 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,043 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,421 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,497 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,471 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,585 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,068 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,139 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,340 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,409 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,073 reviews)
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Where to stay in Surrey

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Peace Arch Inn and Comfort Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Surrey

Most booked hotels in Surrey

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Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3237 reviews)
$167+
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Pan Pacific Vancouver
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2904 reviews)
$196+
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Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 581 reviews)
$118+
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Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3269 reviews)
$120+
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Ywca Hotel Vancouver
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2373 reviews)
$91+
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Century Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3305 reviews)
$102+
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Renting a car in Surrey

Renting a car in Surrey costs $27 per day, on average, or $80 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 40% cheaper than airport locations in Surrey.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Surrey, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Surrey costs $27 per day, on average, or $80 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 40% cheaper than airport locations in Surrey.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Surrey, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Surrey

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$18/day

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Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$18/day

Compact
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