How To Get From Abbotsford Airport To Downtown Vancouver
by Vandvoyage
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Welcome to Abbotsford and the Lower Mainland. In this list we’ll show you all the ways to get from YXX to downtown Vancouver.
Given the distance from Abbotsford International Airport to downtown Vancouver, there is no direct transportation option.
Cheapest: Taxi / BC Transit Route 66 Bus / SkyTrain
Unfortunately, there is no public transit bus serving Abbotsford Airport. There is Central Fraser Valley Transit route 21 Fraser Highway but this only services the aerospace campus not the terminal itself, and even then only at peak times; so not useful to passengers. Take a taxi from YXX terminal to Highstreet Mall (1 hour walk or 8 minute tax ride) and board BC Transit route 66 Fraser Valley Express. Disembark at Lougheed Town Centre Station and board the SkyTrain’s Expo or Millennium Line and continue to downtown Vancouver.
Fare for the bus is $2.25. Fare for the SkyTrain is $4.85. Total travel time is at least 2 hours.
Most Semi-Private: Shuttles
Several companies operate pre-arranged shuttles from YXX to downtown Vancouver. Some are rescheduled while some are on demand.
Abbotsford Airport Shuttle by ACE Charters operates a scheduled shuttle bus from YXX to King George Station (serving the SkyTrain). Fares start at $17.25.
Ebus operates a scheduled shuttle bus from YXX to Vancouver Pacific Central Station (intermodal hub with train and bus connections). Fares start at $46.82.
Most Private: Taxi / Ride Share
Undoubtedly, the most expensive option from our list but the most private. In addition to taxis, Uber offers private rideshare services from the airport. Travel time is approximately 60-90 minutes depending on traffic. Expect to pay about $150-200 for a ride.
Note: Prices are accurate as of June 2025.