Surrey travel guide

Surrey Tourism | Surrey Guide

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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Surrey to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Surrey

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tap Restaurant (#101-15350 34th ave) and Cotto al Mare (2728 O'Hara Lane) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Milestones Grill + Bar - Southpoint (3085 152 St) and Milestones Grill + Bar - Guildford (10355 152nd Street - Unit 2001) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Surrey.

When to visit Surrey

Surrey in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 634
1 night at 3-star hotel
Surrey in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 634
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 centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Surrey to Everett takes 3h 09m and costs around RM 159 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about RM 117 for a 4h 00m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Trust Auto and North Car Rental, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Amtrak, BC Ferries Connector and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around RM 468. From Victoria, the ticket costs about RM 520 for a journey of 340 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city centre.

Plane

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

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Surrey to Everett takes 3h 09m and costs around RM 159 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about RM 117 for a 4h 00m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 22 km from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Trust Auto and North Car Rental, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Amtrak, BC Ferries Connector and Rider Express. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around RM 468. From Victoria, the ticket costs about RM 520 for a journey of 340 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city centre.

Airlines serving Surrey

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,652 reviews)
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Where to stay in Surrey

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ramada by Wyndham Surrey/Langley and Best Western Peace Arch Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Surrey

Most booked hotels in Surrey

Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,532+
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,473+
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,669+
Century Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,117+
Empire Landmark Hotel
3 stars
Poor (0, Poor reviews)
RM 253+

Hiring a car in Surrey

Expect to pay RM 6.61 per litre in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 79.27 and RM 105.69. The most frequently booked car type in Surrey is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 6.61 per litre in Surrey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 79.27 and RM 105.69. The most frequently booked car type in Surrey is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.