North Vancouver travel guide

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You're Going to Love North Vancouver

With a population of 48,000, North Vancouver 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 North Vancouver has to offer.

Where to Eat in North Vancouver

If you’re looking for affordable options, Arms Reach Bistro (4390 Gallant Avenue) and Catch 122 Cafe & Bistro (128 Carrie Cates Court) are great picks.

When to visit North Vancouver

North Vancouver in January
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
North Vancouver in January
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to North Vancouver

Plane

When flying to North Vancouver, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 10 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving North Vancouver, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from North Vancouver to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $81 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Vancouver is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 3 miles from North Vancouver. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Vancouver, including Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Seattle, the bus ride to North Vancouver takes 195 miles and will cost you around $32. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 500 miles.

Plane

When flying to North Vancouver, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 10 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving North Vancouver, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from North Vancouver to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $81 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Vancouver is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 3 miles from North Vancouver. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Vancouver, including Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Seattle, the bus ride to North Vancouver takes 195 miles and will cost you around $32. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 500 miles.

Airports near North Vancouver

Airlines serving North Vancouver

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (487 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,010 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,756 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of North Vancouver

Most booked hotels in North Vancouver

Seaside Hotel North Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 802 reviews)
$328+
Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 892 reviews)
$320+
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2152 reviews)
$326+
Emperial Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 972 reviews)
$138+
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3182 reviews)
$325+
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3026 reviews)
$380+

Renting a car in North Vancouver

Renting a car in North Vancouver costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 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 33% cheaper than airport locations in North Vancouver.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in North Vancouver (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in North Vancouver is Intermediate (Honda Civic or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla Matrix or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in North Vancouver costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 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 33% cheaper than airport locations in North Vancouver.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in North Vancouver (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in North Vancouver is Intermediate (Honda Civic or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla Matrix or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.