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Typical cost and journey time from YVR into downtown Vancouver.
Canada Line SkyTrain
CheapestCost
About C$9–10includes the YVR AddFare
Time
About 26 min to Waterfront
- Hours
- About 5am–1am
- Where to find it
- YVR–Airport station, between the domestic and international terminals.
- Good to know
- Tap a contactless card or Compass card at the gate.
Taxi
FastestCost
About C$40–50 + tip
Time
20–35 min
- Hours
- 24/7
- Where to find it
- Outside arrivals on level 2.
Uber / Lyft
Cost
About C$35–50
Time
20–35 min
- Hours
- 24/7
- Where to find it
- Rideshare zones in the parkade.
Our pick
The Canada Line is fast and reliable; taxis are the easy option late at night or for groups.
Quick answers
The questions people ask most about YVR.
What's the cheapest way from YVR to downtown Vancouver?
Canada Line SkyTrain: About C$9–10 (includes the YVR AddFare), taking about 26 min to Waterfront.
How much is a taxi from YVR to downtown Vancouver?
About C$40–50 + tip. The ride takes 20–35 min.
What hours does the Canada Line SkyTrain run?
About 5am–1am.
Where do Uber / Lyft pick up at YVR?
Rideshare zones in the parkade. Expect to pay about C$35–50.
Where do I catch the Canada Line SkyTrain?
YVR–Airport station, between the domestic and international terminals.
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