Have you been thinking of visiting Abbotsford but haven’t because the journey seemed daunting?

Whether you are traveling here by car, transit or plane, arrivals are smoother than you may think. It’s never been easier or more convenient to get to Abbotsford, let us show you how!

Since Abbotsford is easily accessible from the East and West by Highway 1, driving here is a breeze. There are no tolls on either the Port Mann and Golden Ears bridges, which makes the trip even more affordable. Surprising to some, driving to Abbotsford from downtown Vancouver only takes around an hour!

Coming from the South? Abbotsford has its own US border crossing at Sumas. Waits are generally minimal and a Nexus lane is also available from 8am-8pm each day. More information on border crossings and wait times can be found at www.cbsa.gc.ca.

A fun and affordable way to get to Abbotsford is by carpooling with other people. You can get a ride to Abbotsford with Poparide, Western Canada’s largest intercity ridesharing platform, or if you’re driving and have empty seats, you can post a ride to Abbotsford and save money on your gas and help someone out!

Car sharing services located throughout the Lower Mainland offer daily and overnight rental rates that allow you to drive out the Fraser Valley and beyond. If you’re new to car sharing, simply set up an account online, see where an available car is near to you, and start your trip! Evo, Zipcar, and Modo all offer full-day rates for around $100. Grab some friends for a fun road trip!

If you’re arriving by air, you’ll be flying into Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), located just 15 minutes from Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 W. This airport is serviced by WestJet and Flair Airlines. Hundreds of flights arrive here each month from across North America. YXX saw 1,025,655 passengers pass through its gates last year!

Ebus will be offering four daily trips from Vancouver to Kelowna and Kamloops, with daily stops at the Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) to help connect residents and visitors to more communities in the province! Book your seat here.

Rider Express Transportation offers daily service between Vancouver and Kamloops and weekly service between Vancouver to Calgary (Kelowna coming soon), with pickups and drop-offs at YXX. For more information and ticket pricing, visit their website or call 1-833-583-3636.

Reliable Bus provides daily scheduled shuttle service between the Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) and Surrey Scott Road Skytrain Station. Tickets can be purchased online for a discounted price, or on board for the full rate. Private transfers are also available upon request.

For the most up-to-date information on ground transportation to and from the Abbotsford Airport, please click here.

Commuting to Abbotsford by transit is also an affordable and eco-friendly option! Taking the Expo Line SkyTrain from Vancouver, Burnaby or New Westminster to Surrey Central Station will connect you to multiple bus lines running to the Carvolth Park and Ride in Langley. From there, the Fraser Valley Express bus will take you directly to Highstreet Shopping Centre and the McCallum Park and Ride!

If you’re looking for what a day travelling from Abbotsford International Airport to Vancouver looks, check out this sample itinerary from a few of our Summer Ambassadors who made the journey themselves!

Abbotsford → Vancouver

Starting the Day in Abbotsford

The journey begins by meeting at the Abbotsford International Airport. From there, the first step is to catch a taxi over to Highstreet Shopping Centre. This makes it easy to connect with the main bus route that will take us straight towards Vancouver.

Catching the Bus

At Highstreet, we’ll take the Fraser Valley Express (66). When catching the bus, ensure that you have $5 cash for the ride. This express bus is a direct and affordable way to get from Abbotsford to Lougheed Station without the hassle of driving.

Arriving at Lougheed Station

The bus will drop us off at Lougheed Station, Bay 1. From there, it’s just a short two-minute walk to Lougheed Town Centre, where we’ll take the SkyTrain.

Taking the SkyTrain

Once at Lougheed Town Centre, we’ll hop on the Expo Line and ride it all the way to Stadium-Chinatown Station. The ride gives plenty of time to sit back and enjoy the city views rolling by as we head into downtown Vancouver.

Final Stop: BC Place

The Skytrain takes you all the way down to YVR, however, we got off a couple stops earlier at Stadium-Chinatown Station. From there, it’s only a five-minute walk to BC Place, right in the heart of downtown Vancouver.

When you’re ready to head back to Abbotsford, here’s how you make the trip!

Vancouver → Abbotsford

Leaving Downtown Vancouver

After exploring the downtown, we decided to walk over to the Waterfront to explore the beautiful scenery of the water. After some time, we made our way to Waterfront Station where we took the Skytrain back to Lougheed in Burnaby.

SkyTrain to Lougheed

After enjoying the ride through the city, we’ll get off at Lougheed Town Centre, one of the key transfer stations in Burnaby.

Short Walk to the Bus

After getting off at Lougheed Town Centre, it’s just a quick two-minute walk to Lougheed Station Bay 1, where the bus stop is located. This is where we’ll catch Bus 66 back to Abbotsford.

Taking the 66 Fraser Valley Express

Bus 66 makes the trip simple and direct. We’ll ride it all the way back to Highstreet in Abbotsford, ending the journey right where we started at the start of the day!

For those wanting to experience a classic train ride, the West Coast Express runs Monday to Friday from Downtown Vancouver to Mission with stops along the way. Hopping on the #31 bus in Mission will take you directly to Abbotsford! More information about the West Coast Express can be found here.

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