Vancouver International Airport public transport guide

Vancouver2 routesUpdated 2026-10-08

Getting to and from Vancouver International Airport by public transport, without the guesswork. Vancouver International Airport has a single public transport option — TransLink. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

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TransLink

TransLink operates Metro Vancouver’s integrated public transit network, including the Canada Line SkyTrain branch that provides a direct, transfer‑free connection between Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Richmond and Downtown Vancouver, plus the region’s bus and NightBus services that connect Sea Island to other hubs. TransLink’s services at YVR include frequent automated SkyTrain service during the day and NightBus coverage during late‑night hours; see TransLink schedules for exact service windows and any temporary changes.

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Canada Line

TrainDetails

The Canada Line is TransLink’s automated rapid-transit line connecting YVR–Airport Station (directly adjacent to the domestic and international terminals) with Downtown Vancouver and Richmond. It serves all three Sea Island stations (YVR–Airport, Sea Island Centre, Templeton) and continues to Bridgeport and Waterfront (downtown) — a typical trip from YVR to Waterfront takes about 25 minutes. The service is frequent and accessible and provides the primary day‑time, transfer‑free public transit link to the airport.

Stops
YVR–Airport StationSea Island Centre StationTempleton StationBridgeport StationMarine Drive StationLangara–49th Avenue StationOakridge–41st Avenue StationKing Edward StationBroadway–City Hall StationOlympic Village StationYaletown–Roundhouse StationVancouver City Centre StationWaterfront StationCapstan StationAberdeen StationLansdowne StationRichmond–Brighouse Station

N10 NightBus (Downtown / Richmond–Brighouse via YVR)

BusDetails

The N10 NightBus provides overnight direct bus service that links YVR–Airport and Sea Island with Downtown Vancouver (NightBus hub at Granville/Georgia) and Richmond–Brighouse when the Canada Line is not operating (late-night hours). As a NightBus route, travel times vary and are subject to traffic and the chosen boarding point; customers should consult the NightBus schedule for exact trip times and frequencies.

Stops
Seymour St at W Georgia St (Downtown NightBus hub)YVR–Airport Station (select trips)Bridgeport StationRichmond–Brighouse Station

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