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

White Rock travel guide

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You're Going to Love White Rock

With a population of 66.450, White Rock is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. White Rock deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Activities & attractions in White Rock

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Where to Eat in White Rock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Boathouse White Rock (14935 Marine Dr) and Uli's Restaurant (15023 Marine Drive) are great picks.

When to visit White Rock

White Rock in November
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel
White Rock in November
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to White Rock in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 69.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in White Rock, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to White Rock

Plane

Although White Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Abbotsford (YXX), which is located 31 km from White Rock.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Rock, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from White Rock to Bellingham takes 1h 53m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $102 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Rock is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 32 km from White Rock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Rock, including BC Ferries Connector, Ebus and Amtrak. From Cordova Bay, the bus ride to White Rock takes 335 km and will cost you around $64. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 348 km.

Plane

Although White Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Abbotsford (YXX), which is located 31 km from White Rock.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Rock, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from White Rock to Bellingham takes 1h 53m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $102 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Rock is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 32 km from White Rock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Rock, including BC Ferries Connector, Ebus and Amtrak. From Cordova Bay, the bus ride to White Rock takes 335 km and will cost you around $64. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 348 km.

Airports near White Rock

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving White Rock

Lufthansa
Good (8,009 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,986 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,449 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,373 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,948 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,219 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,737 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,781 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,058 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Finnair
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Cathay Pacific
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Alaska Airlines
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Where to stay in White Rock

Average rates range from around $150 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $289 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of White Rock

Most booked hotels in White Rock

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Semi Centre House
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 396 reviews)
$126+
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Sunny Island by White Rock B&B
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 172 reviews)
$132+
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Ocean Promenade Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1644 reviews)
$104+
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Breakaway Motel
2 stars
Okay (5.2, 195 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in White Rock

Renting a car in White Rock costs $43 per day, on average, or $86 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in White Rock.

Expect to pay $5.83 per gallon in White Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.95 and $93.27. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in White Rock, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in White Rock costs $43 per day, on average, or $86 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in White Rock.

Expect to pay $5.83 per gallon in White Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.95 and $93.27. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in White Rock, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.