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Whistler Shuttle Transfers
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Whistler, BC
Please note: Vehicles vary slightly from partner to partner.
Overview
Whistler Shuttle Rates
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C$58.00 | Adult (12+) | Nov 26, 2009 -> Feb 11, 2010 |
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C$30.00 | Child (5-11) | Nov 26, 2009 -> Feb 11, 2010 |
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C$0.00 | Young Child (0-4) | Nov 26, 2009 -> Feb 11, 2010 |
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C$58.00 | Adult (12+) | Mar 1, 2010 -> Apr 18, 2010 |
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C$30.00 | Child (5-11) | Mar 1, 2010 -> Apr 18, 2010 |
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C$0.00 | Young Life (0-4) | Mar 1, 2010 -> Apr 18, 2010 |
- All rates are "one way" unless otherwise noted.
- Prices are subject to change without notice. Book now to guarantee your rate!
Whistler Shuttle Description
Feb 12 to 28 Blackout Window
The Whistler Shuttle airport service is now fully booked between February 12 to 28. Your best alternative from the airport during this period is Whistler SkyLynx or take the Canada Line SkyTrain to downtown (24 minutes) and then catch our $35 Whistler Olympic Shuttle.
The Fastest Way to Get to Whistler. Period.
The Whistler Shuttle service has many advantages over scheduled bus service. It is a friendly, fast, economical, and convenient shuttle service that adjusts for flight delays and comes with a maximum wait time guarantee! All this for the same price as the scheduled bus and without having to worry about missing your bus!
Questions on getting to Whistler? Send us an email, try us on live chat, or call us at 1-604-966-2209
The Whistler Shuttle Advantages
- The Fastest Way To Get To Whistler - Shuttle schedules are designed daily around arriving guest flights which means you get on your way quickly. Most shuttle guests get away from the airport in less than 30 minutes after being met by shuttle airport reps. Compare that to buses that leave hourly during the day and every 2 hours in the evening!
- Maximum 1 Hour Wait Guarantee! - We're very confident that we'll get you away from the airport quickly. Your ride to Whistler is free if you have to wait more than 1 hour after being met by Whistler Shuttle airport representatives. You can't beat that! (48 hour advance reservations are required).
- You Can Not Miss Your Bus! - We don't have a set schedule! We monitor your flight and adjust the shuttle schedule daily and throughout the day to minimize wait times at the airport. Flight delays, cancelations, and missed connections are not a problem. We'll adjust and get you where you need to go.
- Friendly Meet & Greet Service - Airport reps know that you are coming and are watching for you. You'll be on your way with a minimum of hassle or confusion.
- Peace Of Mind - What happens if your flight is delayed 6 hours and you miss the last scheduled bus of the night to Whistler? It isn't a problem with the Whistler Shuttle because we'll make arrangements to get you to Whistler no matter how late your flight is delayed.
- More Hotel and Condo Dropoff Options for the Same Price - A wider selection of hotels and condos is included in the Whistler Shuttle base price.
- Run By Whistler Locals For The Past 15 Years - You can't beat local knowledge. The Whistler Shuttle moves thousands of people per year and has moved tens of thousands of people between Vancouver and Whistler over the past 15 years.
- Condo Key Pickup and Check-In Option - Many Whistler rental accomodations require off-site check-in and key pickup. The Whistler Shuttle offers a key pickup option to make your arrival at Whistler quick and easy. We'll take you to your check-in point, then drop you at your final destination.
- Door to Door Option for All Private Addresses in Whistler - Not staying at a major Whistler hotel or condo? Getting dropped off in the village and trying to find a taxi to your final destination can be a major hassle (especially at night). We can drop you at any address in Whistler.
How The Shuttle Works
- Reserve Your Seat Online - Our online forms are quick, easy, and intuitive. You'll be done in less than 5 minutes! We'll make sure to take your flight into account when planning the shuttle schedule. We require 48 hour advance booking in order to qualify for the 1 hour maximum wait guarantee.
- We Monitor Your Flight - Airport reps continually monitor all inbound flights and adjust the shuttle schedule throughout the day.
- We Meet You At The Airport - A friendly rep has a sign with your name, will answer all your questions, confirm your return trip details, and then escort you to a shuttle.
- You Go To Whistler - You didn't fly all this way to hang around at Vancouver Airport! Everything about the shuttle service is designed to minimize your wait at the airport. Shuttle buses and vans leave for Whistler *at least* once per hour begining at 08:30 and continuing throughout the day. You will be on the next available highway coach, mini-bus or van departing for Whistler!
Whistler Shuttle Vehicles
The shuttle service operates a combination of late model charter vans, mini-buses, and highways coaches in order to achieve this schedule flexibility. We can't guarantee what type of vehicle you'll be in, but we can guarantee that you'll deal with friendly people, get away from the airport quickly, and ride to Whistler in comfort!
Trip Options
The following items are optional and can be selected at time of booking:
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Condo Check-In Service | C$7.50 | Per Person
Key pickup and off-site checkin are *NOT* included in the base shuttle price. Many Whistler Rental Units Do Not Have Front Desks or On-Site Check-In Service. If you are renting accomodation in Whistler, there is a good chance that you need to go to an off-site location for check-in and/or key pickup before proceeding to your final destination. If in doubt, please check your rental agreement or contact the property manager. -
Whistler "Other Locations" Dropoff Service | C$10.00 | Per Person
The base shuttle rate is good for dropoff at the locations listed on the Whistler Shuttle information page and in the booking form under "Dropoff Locations". If your location is not listed, please select "Other" and then enter the address in the provided field. -
Yes Tours / IH Whistler Clients | C$7.50 | Per Person
Questions?
Ask away! Check out the FAQs tab or contact us directly. We're online most of the day and available by online web chat, email, or phone. We look forward to answering your questions!
Hours
Shuttle Hours of Operation
- Vancouver Airport (YVR) to Whistler: Shuttles leave Vancouver Airport frequently (at *least* once an hour) beginning at 08:30. We can accommodate guests arriving on flights scheduled to arrive up until 22:00 (10 PM). Don't worry, we'll stick around until you arrive!
- Whistler to Vancouver Airport (YVR): The first shuttle bound for Vancouver International Airport leaves Whistler very early in the morning at 03:00 and then depart approximately every hour until 18:00 in the evening. There is also a departure at 21:30 for late transfers to the airport. We can reliably get you to the airport for early morning departures from 07:00 onward!
Pickup/Dropoff
Pickup / Dropoff Locations
Vancouver Airport (YVR) to Whistler, BC
Pickup Locations
Dropoff Locations
- Any local physical address
- Aava Whistler Hotel
- Adara Hotel
- Alpenglow, The
- Best Western Listel Hotel Whistler
- Blackcomb Lodge & Spa
- Cascade Lodge
- Clock Tower
- Club Intrawest
- Crystal Lodge
- Delta Village Suites
- Executive Inn
- Fairmont Chateau Whistler
- Four Seasons Resort Whistler
- Glacier Lodge
- Glacier's Reach
- Greystone Lodge
- Hilton Whistler Resort
- Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort
- Horstman House
- Le Chamois
- Legends (Registered Guests *ONLY* during Olympics)
- Lost Lake Lodge
- Main Street Loop
- Marketplace Lodge
- Marquise
- Mountainside Lodge
- Nita Lake Lodge
- Pan Pacific Mountainside
- Pan Pacific Whistler Village Center
- Pinnacle Hotel
- Residence Inn by Marriott
- Stoney Creek Lagoons
- Stoney Creek Northstar
- Stoney Creek Sunpath
- Summit Lodge
- Sundial Boutique Hotel
- Symphony Townhomes
- Tantalus Lodge
- The Aspens
- The Woods
- Westin Resort & Spa
- Whistler Creek Lodge
- Whistler Village Inn & Suites
- Wildwood Lodge
- Woodrun Lodge
Route
This service is available from Nov 26, 2009 to Apr 10, 2010
| Start Point | Vancouver International Airport (YVR) |
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| End Point | Whistler, BC |
| Distance | 138 km |
| Driving Time | Approximately 2.5 hours (normal traffic and weather) (Approximate - By Car) |
Alternatives
Our transportation partners offer the following transfer options to transport you to Whistler, BC from Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the shuttle schedule?
The thing that makes the shuttle great is that *it doesn't have a rigid daily schedule*!
Unlike a scheduled bus service, the shuttle schedule is set daily and then adjusted throughout the day based on the needs of our inbound and outbound guests.
Why is this great? Unlike a scheduled service, the shuttle can adjust easily to flight delays, missed connections, and flight cancellations.
We know that it sounds a bit confusing, but it works very well in practice! The end result is less waiting around at the airport and more time at Whistler. And isn't that what its all about?
- My flight arrives at xx:xx am/pm. What time will my shuttle leave the airport?
The Short Answer
Not long after you emerge from customs (international flights) or the baggage claim area (domestic flights)The Longer Answer
Shuttles leave the airport frequently (at *LEAST* once an hour) and you'll be on the next one.We know that you're coming and are actively adjusting the schedule throughout the day to ensure a short wait for you at the airport!
The first shuttle normally leaves the airport at around 0830 and can accommodate guests on flights that are scheduled to arrive up until 2200 (10 PM).
The Shuttle doesn't operate on a rigid schedule which allows us to be flexible and adapt "on the fly" to flight cancellations, missed connection, flight delays, etc.
- Do I need to make a reservation for the Whistler Shuttle?
Yes! Reservations for the Whistler Shuttler are required AT LEAST 48 hours in advance!
If you need transportation in the next 48 hours, please consider the scheduled bus or one of our private transfer options (Limo, SUV, Sedan, etc.)
- Where do I meet up with the shuttle "meet & greet" airport representatives?
International Terminal
The airport authority has designated a specific area where all representatives must wait to greet clients. This is in the "semi secure" zone that is entered after completing customs and before entering the public part of the terminal. The rep area is on the right hand side immediately after exiting the secure customs zone. The representative will be holding a sign reading the client's name. If you exit the semi secure zone you will not be able to re-enter.
Domestic Terminal
In this terminal, passengers move from the secured area to the public part of the terminal at the luggage claim on level 2. The representative will be standing at the luggage claim carousel that has been designated for the arrival flight.
Cellular Phone Back Up
The representative will be carrying a cellular phone while at the airport. The number for this phone number can be found in your confirmation email. Please use this number if you are unable to make contact with the representative.
Vancouver Airport Greeting Centre
If you are having any difficulties at the Vancouver airport, you may also go to the Whistler Skylynx/Whistler Connection counter at either the International or Domestic terminals. Here staff will assist you to get in touch with either the airport representative or our Whistler office to facilitate your transfer.- I need a shuttle in the next 48 hours. Is it too late to book a shuttle?
Due to the nature of the shuttle service, we require a minimum of 48 hours advance reservations. If you need a ride to Whistler in the next 48 hours, we highly recommend our Scheduled Bus option which provides door-to-door pickup and dropoff service between Vancouver International Airport and all major Whistler hotels and condos.
- When should I leave Whistler if I want to make my flight at Vancouver International Airport?
- All of our partners recommend a minimum of 5 hours in order to allow for traffic congestion and to ensure that you arrive at the check-in counter in time for your flight. Travel time between Whistler and Vancouver is highly variable based on weather, traffic, and construction delays.
- What vehicles do you use between Vancouver Airport and Whistler?
- Our Whistler Shuttle service runs on a combination of full size highway coaches, mini-buses, vans, and mini vans. The vehicle you'll be traveling in is based on several factors including volume of passengers, flight delays, vehicle availability and weather.
- I really want to ride in a van/mini-bus/bus. If I book can you guarantee the type of vehicle that I will ride in?
Due to the nature of the shuttle service we are unable to make any guarantees regarding the type of vehicle that you will be traveling in.
If you want to be in a highway coach, we recommend booking the Whistler SkyLynx Bus.
If you want to be in a van (so that you can have seatbelts for child seats?) then we recommend booking a charter van.
- What is the deal with car seats for children?
- If you are traveling in a vehicle with seat belts then car seats are required by law and we will do our best to provide them. However, car seats are not available in mini-buses and buses that do not have seat belts. Due to the nature of our service we can't guarantee the type of vehicle that you will be riding in. Most of our clients travelling with young children choose a private transfer in order to guarantee riding in a vehicle that can accomodate car seats.
- Can you get me from Whistler to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in time for my early morning flight?
- You'll be fine as long as your flight leaves at 0700 (7 am) or later. But it'll be a really early morning for you!
- What is the difference between the Whistler Shuttle and Whistler Scheduled Bus Service?
The biggest difference is that the shuttle operates based on the schedules of reserved guests, where the scheduled bus operates based on a rigid schedule.
The shuttle also features more frequent departures, particularly in the evening hours.
All things being equal, we suggest the shuttle service if you want the shortest wait, or are arriving in the evening. We suggest the Whistler SkyLynx bus if you're on a budget or are happy to wait for a scheduled departure.
- Who operates the Whistler Shuttle Service?
- The shuttle is operated by Whistler Connection, in partnership with Pacific Coach SkyLynx. Our partnership with these companies gives our clients access to the widest possible array of vehicles headed to Whistler and ensures that you'll get to Whistler very quickly!
- Do you pickup and drop-off at private addresses in Whistler?
- We pickup and drop-off at all major hotels and condos in Whistler. If you need to go to a private address, or somewhere not listed in our pickup/dropoff locations, you may select that option during the booking process for an additional $10 per person.
Questions?
Please send us an email if you have questions about any of our destinations, vehicles, rates, or policies. We'd love to hear from you!
