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. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Surrey has to offer.

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 - Guildford (10355 152nd Street - Unit 2001) and Milestones Grill + Bar - Southpoint (3085 152 St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Surrey.

When to visit Surrey

Surrey in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 497
1 night at 3-star hotel
Surrey in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 497
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 Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around AED 136 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about AED 297 for a 7h 32m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Bus, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around AED 404. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about AED 206 for a journey of 426 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 Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around AED 136 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about AED 297 for a 7h 32m trip. The train station in Surrey is called Surrey, and is located 19 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Surrey, including Bus, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Seattle, the bus ride to Surrey takes 266 km and will cost you around AED 404. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about AED 206 for a journey of 426 km. Surrey’s bus station is located 21 km from the city centre.

Airlines serving Surrey

Lufthansa
Good (7,180 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,835 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,873 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,551 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,235 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,420 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,338 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (877 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,906 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 Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Langley-Surrey.

Where to stay in popular areas of Surrey

Most booked hotels in Surrey

Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 635+
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 625+
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 796+
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 657+
Century Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 476+
Empire Landmark Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
AED 198+

Hiring a car in Surrey

Expect to pay AED 4.63 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 AED 55.53 and AED 74.04. The most frequently booked car type in Surrey is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 4.63 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 AED 55.53 and AED 74.04. The most frequently booked car type in Surrey is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.