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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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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 19 miles 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 Vancouver takes 11h 02m and costs around $159 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edmonton, expect to pay about $201 for a 33h 01m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Rock is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 20 miles from White Rock. You’ll find branches of Turo and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Rock, including BC Ferries Connector, Amtrak and Ebus. From Seattle, the bus ride to White Rock takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Cordova Bay, the ticket costs about $63 for a journey of 208 miles.

Plane

Although White Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Abbotsford (YXX), which is located 19 miles 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 Vancouver takes 11h 02m and costs around $159 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edmonton, expect to pay about $201 for a 33h 01m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Rock is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 20 miles from White Rock. You’ll find branches of Turo and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Rock, including BC Ferries Connector, Amtrak and Ebus. From Seattle, the bus ride to White Rock takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Cordova Bay, the ticket costs about $63 for a journey of 208 miles.

Airports near White Rock

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving White Rock

KLM
Good (1,485 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,884 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,841 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,371 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,293 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,910 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,164 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,561 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,532 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,737 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,553 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,884 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,376 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,187 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,239 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,487 reviews)
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Where to stay in White Rock

Average rates range from around $134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $211 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)
$136+
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Sunny Island by White Rock B&B
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 172 reviews)
$113+
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Ocean Promenade Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1644 reviews)
$100+
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Grantview Inn
2 stars
Okay (5.2, 195 reviews)
$103+
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Renting a car in White Rock

Renting a car in White Rock costs $40 per day, on average, or $81 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in White Rock.

Expect to pay $5.49 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 $65.87 and $87.82. Compact (Kia Seltos or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in White Rock, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in White Rock costs $40 per day, on average, or $81 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in White Rock.

Expect to pay $5.49 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 $65.87 and $87.82. Compact (Kia Seltos or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in White Rock, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.