10 Private Car Days in Vancouver to Build a Day Around

1.Vancouver to Victoria Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 184 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $292Our pick

Board a Harbour Air seaplane at Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre and reach Victoria’s Inner Harbour in about 35 minutes. You’ll see downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, the North Shore Mountains, and coastal islands from the air. A 25-pound baggage allowance is included, but check-in is strict.

“A very expensive way to get to Victoria. It’s just a seaplane ride not a tour. Do it direct through Harbour Air and save $$$. The flight was also 45 mins late leaving Vancouver”

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2.Vancouver to Victoria – Coach Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $68

Travel from central Vancouver to downtown Victoria by coach and BC Ferries. Your bus boards the ferry at Tsawwassen, stays with your luggage, and continues to Victoria Bus Depot. Expect about four hours, comfortable transport, ferry views, and a maximum group size of 48.

“Easy way to get to Victoria! The bus goes right on the ferry, and your luggage is locked in the storage area of the bus. So keep any items you may need for the journey on your person.”

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3.Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Book a private airport ride from Vancouver International Airport to a downtown hotel for up to three passengers. Expect flight tracking, 60 minutes of included waiting time, luggage help, and WhatsApp or phone contact before pickup. Drivers such as Joe, Jason, Joy, and Jas have provided especially attentive service.

“Fantastic service! Our driver was waiting for us close to the ground transportation exit and was easy to find. Loaded up our luggage and provided an enjoyable ride to our hotel. Shared great info about what to do while in Vancouver and answered all of my questions.”

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4.Private Arrival Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 81 reviews · 20 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $32Best value

Book a private ride from Vancouver International Airport to your downtown hotel or nearby destination. Provide your flight and hotel details, then meet a Carmel driver after baggage claim. Sedan and minivan options are offered, though vehicle size and pickup instructions deserve careful confirmation.

“Very easy to use, service even called me to verify, fast and easy. Driver very friendly, knew where to go.”

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5.Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal to Vancouver Airport YVR

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.) Top rated

Book a private ride from Vancouver’s Canada Place cruise terminal to YVR. After customs, exit through Door D and check in at the limousine booth. KJ Limousine dispatches your driver from an off-site area, usually within 8 to 10 minutes. Vehicles range from cars to larger vans, with infant seats available on request.

“Our driver was great! The route he took gave us a short tour through the city of Vancouver, BC. We really enjoyed that!”

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6.Departure Private Transfer from Vancouver to Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port by SUV

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · 10 to 40 minutes (approx.) · from $103

Ride privately from a Vancouver City Center hotel to YVR or the cruise terminal in a Cadillac Escalade or similar SUV. A professional chauffeur meets you at reception, provides bottled water, handles a little waiting time, and drives your group of up to five.

“Great communication with the driver prior to the pickup date/time, received information about the vehicle and driver's name. Driver arrived on time, was courteous, professional, and got us to the airport in a short amount of time. SUV was nice and large - accommodated all of our luggage (for 4 passengers). Highly recommend it!”

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7.Arrival Private Transfer Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port to Vancouver by Minibus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 10 to 35 minutes (approx.) · from $172

You get a private one-way ride from Vancouver International Airport or the cruise terminal to a Vancouver city-center address. An English-speaking chauffeur meets you after baggage claim, helps with luggage, and may share local history. Airport pickups include 60 minutes of waiting time and flight monitoring.

“Our driver was extremely knowledgeable about the route. He answered several questions. He was really great”

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8.Vancouver to Victoria – Vancouver Cruise Terminal Pickup – Coach Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $91

Travel from Canada Place in Vancouver to downtown Victoria by motor coach and BC Ferries. Your coach carries you to Tsawwassen, crosses the Strait of Georgia to Swartz Bay, then continues to Capital City Station. The trip takes about four hours and includes your ferry fare.

“Our only bad issue was finding the person holding the sign to the bus. But we found the bus anyway so it went okay. This "tour" was a transfer from the Cruise Ship pier (Canada Place) to downtown Victoria, British Columbia. It made the transfer (including cruise luggage) much easier then other alternatives.”

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9.Vancouver to Seattle Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $331

Board Harbour Air at Coal Harbour in downtown Vancouver and fly south to Seattle’s Lake Union in about 55 minutes. Bring up to 25 pounds of luggage, complete international checks, and enjoy close views of mountains, islands, and city waterfronts from a small seaplane.

“I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TO ANYONE FLYING FROM VANCOUVER TO SEATTLE!!!! The staff in Vancouver were very friendly and helpful from the day I made our reservations right up until we flew. You show your passport when you check in. Your luggage is weighed and if you’re like us you’ll be a bit overweight as we came off of a cruise. We paid some extra for that but overall it is cheaper to fly with Harbor Air Seaplanes than to fly commercial! There are no long lines to wait in! You don’t walk forever through the airport. It’s a FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE!! (You fly low the entire way, enjoying an…”

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10.Private Transfer Between Vancouver Cruise and Seattle Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

Travel privately between Vancouver and Seattle Airport in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water, parking, taxes, and pickup included. Your driver contacts you the day before and meets you with a sign showing your names. Aaron and Tom have both been praised for punctual, helpful service.

“Tom did an excellent job of getting our party of 7 from our cruise ship, Queen Elizabeth, to the Seattle Airport in time for out flights. He used an alternate boarder crossing tha;t saved us time making it possible for us to arrive in a timely manner. He also took advantage of the HOV lanes to avoid the traffic. We rate Tom as excellent and would use him agin.”

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