Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Richmond travel guide

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You're Going to Love Richmond

With a population of 182.000, Richmond is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Richmond deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Richmond

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gordon Ramsay Steak - Vancouver (8811 River Rd) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Richmond South (11151 No. 5 Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, CASK Whisky Vault (8400 W Rd) and Bruno (8499 Bridgeport Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Richmond.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 165
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 4 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Richmond to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around S$ 57 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about S$ 168 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 13 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Ebus and BC Ferries Connector. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Richmond takes 121 km and will cost you around S$ 44. From Seattle, the ticket costs about S$ 71 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 3.0 km from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 4 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Richmond to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around S$ 57 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about S$ 168 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 13 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Ebus and BC Ferries Connector. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Richmond takes 121 km and will cost you around S$ 44. From Seattle, the ticket costs about S$ 71 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 3.0 km from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Richmond

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YAVVillage Bay Miners Bay

Airlines serving Richmond

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,580 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,100 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,813 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,527 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,465 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around S$ 131 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 172 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Go House and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Riverport Richmond By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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Fairmont Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 281+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 114+
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Accent Inns Vancouver Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 129+
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River Rock Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 118+
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Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel & Resort
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 144+
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Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Vancouver Airport
2 stars
Okay (5.6, Okay reviews)
S$ 96+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Richmond is the Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay S$ 1.44 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 17.19 and S$ 22.91. Luxury (BMW X1 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 2% cheaper than other types, on average.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Richmond is the Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay S$ 1.44 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 17.19 and S$ 22.91. Luxury (BMW X1 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 2% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Richmond

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

S$ 53/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

S$ 56/day

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