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Getting around Vancouver

There are a number of ways for getting around Vancouver. You can avail bus service, SkyTrain services, SeaBus, or AquaBus for public transit in Vancouver. Travelers can choose according to their travel purpose and budget.

Getting around Vancouver by Buses: Buses are the cheapest mode of transport for getting around Vancouver. Travelers can avail TransLink bus services operated by Coast Mountain Bus Co. for intra-city transit. TransLink bus services are available from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. These buses are best suited for backpackers, students on excursion, and solo travelers, because it is cheap, and also you can embark or disembark anywhere you want.

Getting around Vancouver by West Coast Express: Another way of getting around Vancouver is to avail West Coast Express. It is a commuter train service that connects several outer suburbs to downtown Vancouver. Trains start early morning and run westbound. West Coast Express is available from Monday to Friday. It is well suited for daily commuters and people coming to Vancouver on business.

Getting around Vancouver by SkyTrain: SkyTrain is an effective mode of transit between downtown Vancouver and the suburbs. It is a completely automated rapid transit system. Most SkyTrain stations and cars are well equipped with disability aids and are closely linked with bus service. SkyTrain services operate daily, at frequent intervals. It is well suited for aged travelers and physically handicapped persons.

Getting around Vancouver by SeaBus: SeaBus is another popular mode of public transit in Vancouver. It is a passenger-only, wheelchair accessible ferry service linking Vancouver from Waterfront Station to Lonsdale Quay on the North Shore. SeaBuses are mostly preferred by pleasure travelers who want to catch a glimpse of the scenic crossing of Burrard Inlet, offering a panoramic view of the city, sea and mountains.

Getting around Vancouver by AquaBus: Travelers coming to Vancouver on pleasure trip can avail AquaBus services which have stops at the city’s major tourist attractions and entertainment venues. Most AquaBus lines have routes along Granville Island and downtown Seawall.

Getting around Vancouver by False Creek Ferries: False Creek Ferries are small passenger ferries that operate year round ferry services between Granville Island and the Aquatic Centre. Seasonal services between the Maritime Museum, Pacific Space Centre, Stamps Landing Vancouver Museum, and Science World are also offered.




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