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15 Private Drivers & Transfers in Vancouver on the Short List

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Between the harbour, the North Shore and the road to Whistler, a short trip fills fast. These 15 private drivers & transfers are the ones worth the slot, each priced, with the detail that settles the choice.

Vancouver to Victoria Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way - Landing in Victoria’s Inner Harbour
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Vancouver to Victoria Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way

1.Vancouver to Victoria Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 184 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $292Our pick

Trade the ferry-and-ground journey for a roughly 35-minute Harbour Air seaplane flight from downtown Vancouver to Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Depart from Coal Harbour, with views of Stanley Park, the North Shore Mountains, and Gulf Islands along the way. Check in 40 minutes early, travel light, and arrange your return separately.

“Beautiful scenery on the way to Victoria. Excellent customer service. Comfortable terminal with refreshments and merchandise.”

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Vancouver to Victoria - Coach Bus Transfer - The Tsawwassen crossing: a welcome break from the road
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Vancouver to Victoria – Coach Bus Transfer

2.Vancouver to Victoria – Coach Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $68

Ride a shared coach from Vancouver to Tsawwassen, take the ferry across to Vancouver Island, then continue by bus to Victoria’s downtown depot. The coach carries your luggage and boards the ferry with you. Plan on about four hours, with weather and traffic able to change the timing.

“This takes about 4 hours. It is cheaper than flying but is at time tireding. It is nice the bus goes on the ferry and is one of the first to keavr.”

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Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR) - The meeting point deserves your attention
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Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

3.Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Travel from Vancouver International Airport to your downtown hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for up to three passengers. Your driver is meant to meet you near baggage claim with a name sign, help with luggage and track flight delays. Confirm the exact meeting point with the operator before you fly.

“Very nice and dependable. Was exactly where he said he was. Communicated ahead of time so we knew what to do”

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Private Arrival Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR) - From YVR arrivals to your hotel door
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Private Arrival Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

4.Private Arrival Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 81 reviews · 20 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $32Best value

Carmel Car & Limousine Service arranges a private ride from Vancouver International Airport to downtown and nearby destinations. You provide your flight and hotel details, then receive pickup instructions and a voucher. The advertised ride takes about 20 minutes to an hour, but confirm your vehicle size and pickup plan before you travel.

“Very easy to use, service even called me to verify, fast and easy. Driver very friendly, knew where to go.”

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Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal to Vancouver Airport YVR - Comfort, luggage, and the value of a private car
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Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal to Vancouver Airport YVR

5.Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal to Vancouver Airport YVR

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.) Top rated

Travel privately from Canada Place cruise terminal to Vancouver International Airport in a vehicle sized for your party. After customs, check in at the Limousine Dispatch Booth by Door D and ask for KJ Limousine Services. Your driver is dispatched from an off-site holding area. Drivers such as Jon and Hanny have been praised for friendly, attentive service, but the assigned driver may vary.

“Great transfer. On time, professional, friendly and a comfortable ride. I would definitely recommend!”

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Private Departure Transfer to Vancouver Airport (YVR) - The pickup is the part to get right
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Private Departure Transfer to Vancouver Airport (YVR)

6.Private Departure Transfer to Vancouver Airport (YVR)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 45 reviews · 15 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $32

Book a private ride from a selected Vancouver hotel or cruise terminal pickup point to Vancouver International Airport. Carmel Car & Limousine Service confirms the transfer and provides a voucher. The ride takes about 15 to 45 minutes, depending on your starting point and conditions. Vehicle type and luggage space are worth confirming before you travel.

“We had a very early departure and needed a 330 am pickup. The car was waiting for us when we came downstairs. Very friendly driver.”

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Vancouver to Victoria - Vancouver Hotel Pickup - Coach Bus Transfer - From Swartz Bay into downtown Victoria
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Vancouver to Victoria – Vancouver Hotel Pickup – Coach Bus Transfer

7.Vancouver to Victoria – Vancouver Hotel Pickup – Coach Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $86

Board a shared coach at one of five select downtown Vancouver hotels, ride to Tsawwassen, then cross the Gulf Islands aboard BC Ferries. The coach travels on the ferry with you and continues from Swartz Bay to Capital City Station, behind the Fairmont Empress. Expect about five hours door-to-station, including a 95-minute sailing.

“Easy way to get from Vancouver to Victoria. Pickup was a bit late. It would be good if they had some way to notify waiting passengers if busses were running late. Once picked up at hotel location all went well.”

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Vancouver to Victoria - Vancouver Airport (YVR) Pickup - Coach Bus Transfer - Swartz Bay to the heart of Victoria
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Vancouver to Victoria – Vancouver Airport (YVR) Pickup – Coach Bus Transfer

8.Vancouver to Victoria – Vancouver Airport (YVR) Pickup – Coach Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 29 reviews · from $91

Travel from Vancouver International Airport to downtown Victoria on a shared motor coach transfer. The bus takes you to Tsawwassen, boards the BC Ferry for a scenic 95-minute crossing, then continues from Swartz Bay to Capital City Station behind the Fairmont Empress. The ferry fare is included, and multiple departure times are offered.

“It was a wonderful experience. Very professional, punctual and helpful . After travel for over 24 hours we were exhausted and little worried. The desk staffs were extremely helpful and interacting with them was very comforting. Keep up the good job . I will strongly recommend this facility to all .”

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Private Airport Transfer to Vancouver Downtown and Canada Harbour - What the ride is, and what it is not
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Private Airport Transfer to Vancouver Downtown and Canada Harbour

9.Private Airport Transfer to Vancouver Downtown and Canada Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 30 to 40 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private ride between Vancouver International Airport, downtown hotels, and Canada Place or the harbor area. Driver Rodrigo confirms the details before your flight and sends the meeting point by text or WhatsApp. Expect a direct transfer of about 30 to 40 minutes, not a city tour. The $97.41 rate covers your group of up to three.

“Rodrigo was fantastic. He was on time, polite and very informative about the city. He was friendly and we travelled in style.”

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Private Airport Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Downtown Hotel - What the $149.86 fare covers
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Private Airport Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Downtown Hotel

10.Private Airport Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Downtown Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.)

A private, door-to-door ride from Vancouver International Airport to a downtown hotel takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Your driver meets you inside the arrivals area with your name on an iPad or sign. The $149.86 price covers a group of up to two, airport parking, tolls, taxes, bottled water, and child seats on request.

“Good communication before our flight. Was given our drivers details beforehand. lovely vehicle and informative driver”

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Roundtrip Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR) - Get the vehicle size and bags confirmed
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Roundtrip Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

11.Roundtrip Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport (YVR)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Pre-book a private, air-conditioned ride between Vancouver International Airport and downtown, with hotel pickup and drop-off, luggage help, flight tracking, and a return trip arranged. Your driver should meet you by baggage claim with a name sign. The ride takes about 30 minutes, traffic permitting. Confirm the meeting plan by WhatsApp before you fly.

“Great service, beautiful car, lots of traffic but our driver new the short cuts. Clean car and knowledgeable driver.”

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Departure Private Transfer from Vancouver to Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port by SUV - Pickup timing and the 20-minute wait
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Departure Private Transfer from Vancouver to Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port by SUV

12.Departure Private Transfer from Vancouver to Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port by SUV

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · 10 to 40 minutes (approx.) · from $103

Travel from a Vancouver City Centre hotel or accommodation to YVR or the cruise terminal in a private Cadillac Escalade or similar SUV. Your chauffeur meets you at reception or the door, with bottled water and 20 minutes of waiting time included. The service runs 24/7, but the vehicle holds no more than five people, and luggage limits apply.

“We were extremely happy with the ride to the airport. Our driver was professional and our drive was extremely pleasant.”

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Arrival Private Transfer Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port to Vancouver by Minibus - A short drive with room for local orientation
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Arrival Private Transfer Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port to Vancouver by Minibus

13.Arrival Private Transfer Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port to Vancouver by Minibus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 10 to 35 minutes (approx.) · from $172

RHOMTRIP provides a private one-way minibus transfer from Vancouver International Airport or the cruise terminal to a city-center destination. Your English-speaking chauffeur meets you at a designated point, tracks incoming flights, and allows 60 minutes of airport waiting or 20 minutes at the port. Drivers including Scott, Cameron, Kyle, and Naz have shared local tips along the way.

“Our driver Scott was excellent...very patient when picking us up with a delay getting through customs, then very helpful with info about Vancouver. Highly recommended.”

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Private Transfer from City of Vancouver to Vancouver Airport (YVR) - Punctuality, cleanliness, and driver conduct
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Private Transfer from City of Vancouver to Vancouver Airport (YVR)

14.Private Transfer from City of Vancouver to Vancouver Airport (YVR)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.)

KJ Limousine Services provides a private transfer from Vancouver to YVR, usually taking 30 to 45 minutes. You get a clean, well-equipped limousine vehicle and a professional chauffeur, with hotel pickup offered. The service costs $142.67 for a group of up to two. Confirm your pickup details before travel, since the stated meeting point and the hotel-pickup instructions do not match.

“Excelent service! Loved it Vans are really great and made easier our trip Definitely we will use it again”

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Vancouver Airport to Whistler Private Transfer - The Squamish Stop: A Useful Pause, Not a Full Excursion
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Vancouver Airport to Whistler Private Transfer

15.Vancouver Airport to Whistler Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

A private, one-way transfer takes you from Vancouver International Airport or another agreed pickup point to your Whistler address. Your driver monitors your inbound flight, meets you on arrival, and travels the Sea-to-Sky Highway with you. A 15-minute stop is included, and you can arrange extra sightseeing or a grocery stop for additional time.

“Communication was great and easy to find our driver. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing transportation.”

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