Car Rental in Vancouver

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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Vancouver Airport
Economy
Toyota Auris or similar
Toyota Auris
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
North Car Rental
$29.67 / per day
Vancouver Airport
Standard
Kia Rio or similar
Kia Rio
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
ALIGO Rent A Car
$47.86 / per day
Vancouver Airport
Compact
Mitsubishi Mirage or similar
Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Flexways
$53.02 / per day
Downtown
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla or similar
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Dollar
$55.10 / per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Vancouver Airport
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu or similar
Chevrolet Malibu
  • 5
  • 2
  • 2
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$65.90 / per day
Vancouver Airport
Premium
Nissan Maxima or similar
Nissan Maxima
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
National
$78.20 / per day
Vancouver Cruise Port
Mini Van
Dodge Grand Caravan or similar
Dodge Grand Caravan
  • 7
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Carwiz
$79.78 / per day
Vancouver Airport
Compact Elite
Toyota Corolla or similar
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Europcar
$87.98 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 22:24 on 2024-03-27. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Travel Information

Languages
English, French
Currency
CAD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$62 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
40 - 70 km/h or 25 - 43 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 110 km/h or 50 - 68 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Rating
9.0 / 10

Why rent a car in Vancouver?

The largest city on Canada’s Pacific coast, Vancouver is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. From interesting history to busy cultural life, and the splendid nature surrounding it and even wineries, the city has more than a few aces up its sleeve.

Vancouver

One-Way Car Rentals in Vancouver

The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Vancouver and drop off in another city include:

  • From Vancouver to Calgary - 118 offers from $62.21 per day
  • From Vancouver to Seattle - 22 offers from $69.34 per day
  • From Vancouver to Saskatoon - 16 offers from $82.95 per day
  • From Vancouver to Toronto - 39 offers from $119.25 per day
  • From Vancouver to Abbotsford - 10 offers from $82.94 per day

Top ways to enter Vancouver

  • Vancouver Airport. Located in the nearby Richmond, Vancouver Airport handled almost 26 million travelers in 2018, making it the second-busiest airport in Canada after only Pearson in Toronto. In addition to countless connections all across the Americas, the airport also hosts flights to and from Pacific Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Situated 13 km (8.1 mi) south of Downtown Vancouver, the airport can be reached in about 30 minutes.
  • Victoria Airport. Another much smaller international airport in British Columbia, Victoria airport handled two million travelers in 2018. Victoria Airport has flights by 12 different airlines, although some only operate seasonally. Located on Vancouver Island, it’ll take around three hours and a ferry ride to get to Vancouver from Victoria. 
  • Calgary Airport. Serving the largest city of Alberta Province, YYC Calgary Airport served 17 million travelers in 2018. The airport is a large hub for WestJet and has flights by around 20 other airlines. Calgary Airport is 990 km (615 mi) east of Vancouver and it takes 10 to 12 hours to travel between the two by car. There are many national parks and other attractions on the way, so it’s easy to split up the trip into two or three days. It is popular among travelers to arrive at one of the airports and leave from the other.
  • Seattle Tacoma Airport. Often called Sea-Tac, one of the largest airports in the Pacific United States served nearly 50 million travelers in 2018. The airport is a large hub for Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines, and hosts flights to destinations all over North America, as well as in Europe and Asia. Located just 250 km (155 mi) south of Vancouver, Seattle Airport can be reached in three hours. You’ll have to cross the international border, so ask your rental car provider in advance if they permit it. Also, make sure whether you need a visa to enter either country.

City facts

  • Vancouver is Canada’s warmest large city. Summers are warm and dry, with temperatures sometimes exceeding 30 °C (86 °F). Winters are mild are very wet. On average, there are only a few days of snowfall in the city per year, though the surrounding mountains offer some of the greatest skiing in Canada

  • Vancouver is the capital and by far the largest city of British Columbia. As of 2023, it had a population of 675,000 in the city proper and another 2.7 million living in its larger metropolitan area. Although British Columbia has an area of 944,735 km2 (364,764 sq mi), larger than Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey, more than 50% of its population lives in or around Vancouver.

Top destinations and activities

  • Museum of Anthropology. If you're looking to learn about the Indigenous Peoples of the Northwest Coast and some of their history,  visit the impressive Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia, which houses several thousand objects from BC's First Nations. The museum is also home to significant collections of archaeological objects and ethnographic materials from other parts of the world.
  • The Vancouver Art Gallery. The Vancouver Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver combines local with international artworks through a variety of exhibitions and a permanent collection that focuses on renowned British Columbia artist, Emily Carr. Stanley Park. One of the largest urban parks in Canada, Stanley Park is very popular with tourists and locals alike. In addition to long walks, picnics, and birdwatching, the park also offers attractions like the Vancouver Aquarium, beaches, a heated outdoor swimming pool, and a pedestrianized and cycling-friendly route on the 10km section of seawall around the perimeter of the park.
  • Vancouver Lookout. A 360-degree viewing platform at the top of the Harbour Center skyscraper, the Lookout is one of the best places to take in panoramic views of Vancouver. The combination of the city skyline and the surrounding ocean and mountains makes for a truly memorable experience.
  • Marine Building. Vancouver is known for its many skyscrapers, and while most of them are largely made of glass and were built over the last few decades, there are also some that could be described as heritage skyscrapers. For this latter category, look no further than the Marine Building, an Art Deco skyscraper and office tower that dates back to 1930 and is arguably one of the most famous structures in the city. As known for its facade as it is for its lavish lobby, the Marine Building has been featured in many films and TV series.
  • Gastown. Now forming the core of the city, Gastown is the original settlement of Vancouver. Also known as the first neighborhood and the location of the city’s first saloon, it dates back to the 19th century and is home to many heritage buildings and sites. Gastown has also withstood several large fires and other calamities but has always remained one of the symbols of the city.

Traffic and parking

  • The speed limits vary between different roads. The general limits are 90 km/h to 100 km/h on motorways and outside cities and from 30 km/h to 50 km/h inside cities.
  • The legal alcohol limit is 0.05%. Driving under influence exceeding the limit is a criminal offence and can lead to hefty fines, a driving ban, and even imprisonment.
  • The insurance and car documentation needs to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
  • If you’re the driver, you need to have your license with you at all times.
  • Using the mobile phone while driving is prohibited. The rule is strictly imposed with high fines.
  • The phone number for emergencies is 911.

Toll roads

There are a number of toll roads in eastern Canada. However, as of January 2023 there are no toll roads in British Columbia.

In the rest of Canada, payment method and fees differ for different toll roads. It is best to look them up in advance, finding the information for each province in which you plan to travel. You can also use a toll calculator to calculate the approximate fees for your upcoming ride.

Ideas for day trips

  • North Shore. Best known for the three mountais, Cypress, Grouse Mountain and Mt Seyour, the North Shore is a mecca for outdoors activities. You can enjoy skiing, snowshoeing and snowboarding in the winter and mountain biking, hiking and walking in the summer or even kayaking at Deep Cove. There is also the popular Capilano Suspension Bridge where you can explore the forests and cross over the canyon on impressive suspension bridges.
  • Bowen Island. Easily reached by water taxis that depart from downtown Vancouver, Bowen Island and its beaches, walking trails, and small restaurants is a  perfect place to unwind from the more busy atmosphere of the big city.
  • Whistler. Famous for the 2010 Winter Olympics and for being the largest ski resort in North America, Whistler is, of course, home to plenty of winter activities. In the summer you can go hiking, canoeing, kayaking or swimming in the alpine lakes, take a scenic ride on the Peak-to-Peak gondola, or relax at the Scandinave Spa year-round.

Most popular cars

The most popular rental car type in Canada is an economy, but fullsize and intermediate are also often picked. The most popular rental cars are the Kia Rio, the Jeep Wrangler, and the Nissan Rogue. 

Further destinations

  • The Okanagan. Most people don't think of Canada as a wine destination, but Okanagan can change anyone's mind. Thanks to the mild ocean climate, this British Columbia region is home to high-class wineries and a number of tasting tours. Okanagan is more than four hours drive east of Vancouver so it’s best done as a weekend trip, but since you'll be coming here with a rental car, that will only let you experience more of what it has to offer.
  • Banff National Park and Lake Louise Just across theB.C., border in Alberta is Banff National Park which is famous for the stunning scenery of the Rocky Mountains and alpine lakes such as Lake Louise and Moraine Lake.
  • Seattle. Famous for its music, culture, and free spirit, Seattle is one of the most unique American cities. It is just about three hours drive away from Vancouver. Note that if you plan to drive from Seattle to Vancouver (or vice versa), you'll have to cross the border, so it's a good idea to contact your rental car provider in advance to make sure they allow it.

Car Rental Prices in Vancouver

  • Large cars - from $42 per day
  • Medium cars - from $32 per day
  • Vans - from $80 per day
  • Premium cars - from $78 per day
  • Small cars - from $30 per day
  • SUVs - from $43 per day

Money-saving tips

You can do a number of things to get a good rental car deal in Vancouver:

  • Compare rates of different rental car providers
  • Book your rental car well in advance
  • Plan your route before you go
  • Know your fuel and mileage requirements
  • Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Vancouver is the cheapest in September when renting a car is about 65% cheaper than the yearly average.
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This article was reviewed and updated by Hannah, the adventurer behind That Adventurer, a travel blog for active travellers. If you like exploring new places by hiking, biking, kayaking or paddleboarding, then you’ll enjoy That Adventurer’s travel guides. Originally from the UK, Hannah has lived in Canada, Norway and France.

Top 20 Cities near Vancouver

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Top 20 Locations near Vancouver

Map of Car Rental Locations

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Vancouver?

Car rental prices in Vancouver vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Vancouver
$25.88
January
$29.18
February
$45.80
March
$37.97
April
$50.76
May
$76.53
June
$105.68
July
$74.83
August
$53.75
September
$38.58
October
$31.62
November
$47.44
December
The cheapest month to rent a car in Vancouver is January (when prices average $25.88 per day). This is 50% cheaper than the yearly average and 76% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $105.68).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the usual rental length in Vancouver?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in May, the average renter keeps their car for 8 days, and in January, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average number of rental days in Vancouver
6
January
6
February
7
March
7
April
8
May
7
June
7
July
7
August
7
September
6
October
7
November
7
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Vancouver?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Vancouver is July, and the least popular is January.
Monthly searches in Vancouver by pick-up date relative to the average
49%
January
70%
February
83%
March
66%
April
122%
May
140%
June
187%
July
169%
August
116%
September
95%
October
54%
November
49%
December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations 4
Airport locations 1
Popular suppliers Routes Car Rental, Europcar, Dollar, Avis, Carwiz
Popular car categories SUVs, Large cars, Vans, Medium cars
Lowest price $30 per day
Cheapest supplier North Car Rental

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Routes Car Rental Nissan Rogue 5 3 SUVs
Routes Car Rental Kia Seltos 5 2 SUVs
Routes Car Rental Ford Escape 5 3 SUVs
Routes Car Rental Toyota Corolla 4 1 Large cars
Routes Car Rental Dodge Grand Caravan 5 3 Vans
Europcar Toyota Corolla 5 2 Medium cars
Routes Car Rental Jeep Wrangler 4 2 SUVs
Carwiz GMC Terrain 4 5 SUVs
Europcar Dodge Caravan 4 4 Vans
Routes Car Rental Dodge Durango 5 3 SUVs

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Australia
Toyota RAV4
January 15, 2024
We drive to Whistler for the day. Drove around Vancouver discovering the town and neighbourhoods.
Canada
Toyota Corolla
November 20, 2023
Visiting with family and friends
Canada
Nissan Rogue
October 15, 2023
Very efficient service
Canada
Toyota Rav4
September 6, 2023
Great trip to Sudden Valley
Canada
Dodge Durango
June 17, 2023
We were celebrating a birthday in YVR, We visited malls, Capilano Bridge, we went to a sports event, to few restaurant & the area of Waterfront.
Ireland
Honda HR-V
June 8, 2023
Spent two nights in Whistler and two on Vancouver Island. It would have been better one night in Whistler and more time on Vancouver Island.
Australia
Chevrolet Spark
May 31, 2023
Canadian Rocky Mountains are awesome; food in Jasper, time on the glacier & views in Banff & through out the Icefield Parkway we’re gob smacking!!!
Canada
Hyundai Sonata
May 24, 2023
The CLEAN AIR, THE CLEAN ROADS , BEAUTIFUL SCENERY. IT FELT LIKE SUMMER IN THE PROVINCE OR BC AND THE CITY IF VANCOUVER , NO SNOW AND NO RAIN .
Canada
Nissan Rogue
April 29, 2023
Went to tofino and the car held up well
Canada
Nissan Rogue
April 29, 2023
Getting pick up in the shuttle relax drop at departure
Canada
Toyota Corolla
April 28, 2023
We visited beautiful places in BC.
Taiwan
Toyota Corolla
April 1, 2023
Family gathering - with my brother's family and my sister's family.
Canada
Honda Civic
March 28, 2023
Business trip nothing exciting
United States of America (USA)
Range Rover Sport
February 21, 2023
There were issues on front end picking up car. Prior renters dropped off a day later than they communicated which meant we were a few hrs delayed leaving which caused issues as we had a 2.5hr drive and had reservations.
Canada
Kia Rio
December 20, 2022
Activities, restaurants, tourism locations and sights.
Canada
Toyota Corolla
September 20, 2022
I am strongly recommend..take cars from them.
Norway
Honda CRV
September 19, 2022
Drove from Vancouver to Kelowna via Naramata and Osoyoos. Beautiful scenery, lots of vineyards, fantastic lake .
Canada
Dodge Grand Caravan
August 22, 2022
Excellent trip, my family enjoyed.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Rogue
August 11, 2022
Highlights of my first time trip to Vancouver and Victoria: BC Ferry to Victoria / Victoria/ Grouse Grind/ sea to sky highway drive to Squamish for Alice and Brome ice cream / Thomas Haas Chocolate & Patisserie (pistachio croissant!) Overrated: Granville Market and most of Downtown Vancouver (people are not friendly or nice, especially to Asians). Very disappointed with the Asians racism my family and I encountered several times during our 5 day visit. However gas station and BC ferry employees were very helpful and friendly.
Canada
Toyota Corolla
May 20, 2022
Every aspect of renting the car went smootly!
Canada
Honda Civic
May 9, 2022
The employees were all very friendly and efficient and the price of the rental was very competitive
Canada
Toyota Corolla
August 16, 2021
Beautiful Chilliwack, a must see!
United States of America (USA)
Jeep Wrangler
December 28, 2019
Having a car ended up being HUGE in creating ease of getting around and seeing what we wanted to see
Hong Kong
Toyota Corolla Sedan
December 16, 2019
Breath the air, it's freeeeee
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Yaris Advance
September 29, 2019
Hard to get around without renting a car
United Kingdom
Jeep Cherokee
September 23, 2019
An amazing city, with so much energy , talent and life pouring in. Love it
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Spark 3d
September 15, 2019
Beautiful city, very friendly and laid-back people.
United Kingdom
Dodge Grand Caravan
September 15, 2019
Very nice but some areas with vagrants.
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
July 10, 2019
Vancouver and whistler are beautiful places to visit.
United States of America (USA)
Kia Rio
June 20, 2019
Vancouver was an easy place to drive a car. Parking can be expensive and parking can be difficult to find but we were glad we had a car in the city.
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
May 19, 2019
a lovely city to explore and curtyious drivers and outside Vancouver city are good wide roads
Australia
Toyota Corolla
May 18, 2019
Vancouver is central to many other areas in BC
United Kingdom
Dodge Durango
April 14, 2019
Vancouver very beautiful city. We went skiing in Whistler which is a fantastic resort.
Canada
Toyota Corolla
February 23, 2019
Nice place
United States of America (USA)
Dodge Caravan
December 31, 2018
easy to navigate - parking in the city is difficult
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
December 16, 2018
Downside of renting a car is the hotel fee for parking. We went to Whistler for a day and having your own car to drive up the sea to sky hwy was nice.
United Kingdom
Jeep Wrangler
October 10, 2018
Rented a Jeep that was great for our road trip around British Columbia.
Canada
Nissan Rogue
September 27, 2018
You should have maps or GPS navigator available when driving in Vancouver.
United Kingdom
Nissan Rogue
September 18, 2018
Straight forward easy to drive and navigate, Ferry to Victoria easy, worth booking in advance , if you turn up early you still might get on an earlier ferry. Ferry can sometimes be full at week ends and peak times. So coastal roads on vancover Island can be a bit rough so choose an appropriate car.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Rogue
September 7, 2018
You need a car to get around.
Canada
Toyota Corolla
August 23, 2018
Routes has great friendly service and the rates are very good.
Canada
Kia Rio
August 20, 2018
Visiting Squamish and Whistler are musts. Cycling around Stanley Park and visiting Granville Island should be on your list as well.
Canada
Nissan Altima
August 20, 2018
Terrific city. Hotel rates are very expensive. Cars can be difficult to rent in peak times - book early.
Canada
Jeep Cherokee
August 15, 2018
Best city and environs in Canada. Whistler is a destination vacation must when visiting Vancouver.
Canada
Honda Civic
August 8, 2018
Vancouver is incredible! I lived there for 21 years and I'm always in awe when I see the mountains again for the first time.
Canada
Toyota Yaris
August 2, 2018
Vancouver is an amazing city. You don't need a car if mostly spending time in the urban areas, but it is useful to visit North Van, Squamish or other places just outside the city.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Rogue
July 29, 2018
Beautiful city
Canada
Dodge Caravan
July 24, 2018
Lots of transit available in Vancouver, so if you're near transit for accommodation and your activities use it, walk!! So much traffic.

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Alamo
8.8 / 10
)
Lowest rated company
Economy rent a car
5.9 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
54
Total rental companies
18
Average daily price
$62.18
Lowest daily price
$29.67
Total cars available
286

Top 18 Suppliers in Vancouver in 2024

Alamo
Alamo
Very good 8.8 / 34 reviews
1 location
$58 - $73
Avis
Avis
Very good 8.7 / 20 reviews
2 locations
$59 - $138
Dollar
Dollar
Very good 8.4 / 31 reviews
2 locations
$53 - $153
Hertz
Hertz
Very good 8.2 / 5 reviews
1 location
Thrifty
Thrifty
Very good 8.1 / 14 reviews
3 locations
$60 - $153
National
National
Very good 8
1 location
$62 - $182
North Car Rental
North Car Rental
Good 7.9 / 4 reviews
1 location
$30 - $175
Budget
Budget
Good 7.8
1 location
Enterprise
Enterprise
Good 7.8
2 locations
Carwiz
Carwiz
Good 7.7 / 3 reviews
3 locations
$64 - $745
ALIGO Rent A Car
ALIGO Rent A Car
Good 7.6
2 locations
$48 - $111
Knight Exotic Rental
Knight Exotic Rental
Good 7.6
1 location
$76 - $176
Flexways
Flexways
Good 7.3 / 11 reviews
2 locations
$53 - $75
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Good 7.2
3 locations
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Satisfactory 6.7 / 681 reviews
1 location
$90 - $150
Europcar
Europcar
Satisfactory 6.2 / 22 reviews
1 location
$81 - $178
RightCars
RightCars
Satisfactory 6.1 / 1 review
1 location
Economy rent a car
Economy rent a car
Poor 5.9 / 37 reviews
2 locations
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