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. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Surrey has to offer.
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 flying to Surrey, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 23 km from the city centre.
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Surrey, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Surrey to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around S$ 46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about S$ 68 for a 7h 32m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city centre.
Another option to get to Surrey is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 14 miles from Surrey. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Avis, among others, in Vancouver.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Surrey takes 145 km and will cost you around S$ 44. From Seattle, the ticket costs about S$ 44 for a journey of 314 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city centre.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ramada by Wyndham Surrey/Langley and Best Western Peace Arch Inn.
Expect to pay S$ 1.88 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 S$ 22.54 and S$ 30.06. The most frequently booked car type in Surrey is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.