BY AIR
The Vancouver Convention Centre is located approximately 9 miles from the Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) offers ground transportation options for all types of passengers. See more information here.
BY TAXI
YVR works closely with nearly 20 taxi operators to provide safe, dependable, and seamless transportation options for travelers to and from the airport.
Taxi stands are located on International Arrivals Level 2 and Domestic Arrivals Level 2. Click here for more information on taxis.
BY CAR
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is in Richmond, British Columbia, approximately 7.5 miles south of Downtown Vancouver. See full list of driving directions to where you need to go from the airport:
YVR Address: 3211 Grant McConachie Way, Richmond, BC, Canada
There are several car rental facilities available through Vancouver. Visit here for a full list of companies.
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION/TRANSLINK TRAIN SYSTEM
The SkyTrain is a rapid transit system that provides city transit seven days a week. The SkyTrain system has 53 stations.
The Canada Line is Vancouver’s rapid transit rail connecting YVR to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and to downtown Richmond in 18 minutes. You can access trains from both the International and Domestic Terminals.
To get to the center, take the Canada Line, YVR-Airport Station to the Waterfront Station, and then a short walk to the Convention Center. To see train schedule click here.
For other public transport options click here.
RIDE SHARE APP
Getting Picked Up at YVR
For the safety, security and efficiency of our operations, Ride App services at YVR are highly regulated. To ensure we deliver on our commitment to provide an exceptional airport experience for our customers, there are three pick up areas:
Getting Dropped Off at YVR
Similar to public and taxi drop off, there is no designated area for Ride App services at YVR. Drivers are welcome to find space within the permitted unloading areas on the curb on level 3.
More information on Ride Share App can be found here.
PARKING AT THE CONVENTION CENTER
The Vancouver Convention Centre offers secure parking through independent operators within both buildings, they operate 24 hours per day, 7 days a week on a first come, first serve basis. For any parking inquiries please contact the appropriate provider below. For more information click here about parking at the Convention Center.