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Compass Cards are widely available for a refundable deposit of $6 and can be purchased at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station, online at compasscard.ca, or by telephone. They can also be purchased at any Compass Vending Machine (CVM) located in all SkyTrain, SeaBus and West Coast Express stations. While some sources suggest that Compass Cards can be purchased at Vancouver Airport, it is unclear whether they can be purchased at a CVM or from a vendor such as 7-11.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Where to buy a Compass Card | Compass Cards can be purchased at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station, online at compasscard.ca, or by telephone at 604.398.2042. They can also be purchased at Compass Vending Machines (CVMs) or at a Compass Retailer. |
| Cost of Compass Card | There is a $6 refundable deposit for the card. |
| Cost of travel with Compass Card | The cost of travel depends on the type of pass purchased. Single fares, Monthly Passes, DayPasses, and Bike Parkade enrollment are available. |
| Surcharge for purchasing/reloading at YVR | There is a $5 YVR AddFare surcharge when purchasing/reloading a Compass Card at YVR. This surcharge can be avoided by purchasing/reloading the card at a 7-11 store at the airport or off Sea Island. |
| Concession Compass Cards | Concession Compass Cards are available for seniors 65 years and older, youth 13-18 years with valid photo identification, and children 5-12 years. These can only be purchased from Compass Retailers or the TransLink Customer Service Centre. |
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What You'll Learn
- Compass Cards can be purchased at Vancouver Airport, but not concession cards
- A refundable $6 deposit is required for a Compass Card
- Cards can be purchased from a Compass Vending Machine (CVM) at the airport
- Cards can be loaded with Stored Value or prepaid passes
- DayPasses purchased at the airport must be used on the day of purchase
Compass Cards can be purchased at Vancouver Airport, but not concession cards
Compass Cards are widely available for a refundable deposit of $6 and can be used for single fares, Monthly Passes, DayPasses, and Bike Parkade enrolment. You can purchase a Compass Card at a Compass Vending Machine (CVM) or at a Compass Retailer.
You can purchase a Compass Card at Vancouver Airport, but there is a $5 surcharge when your eastbound journey originates at YVR. To avoid this surcharge, you can buy your card at a 7-11 at the airport or somewhere off Sea Island.
Concession Compass Cards are available for purchase only at Compass Retailers, the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station, online at compasscard.ca, or by telephone. Concession cards are eligible for seniors 65 years and older, youth 13-18 years with valid photo identification, and children 5-12 years. Children 12 and under ride free when accompanied by a fare-paying passenger.
Compass Wearables, such as wristbands and minis, are only available for purchase at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station.
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A refundable $6 deposit is required for a Compass Card
Compass Cards are available for a $6 refundable deposit. They can be used for single fares, Monthly Passes, DayPasses, and Bike Parkade enrolment. You can purchase a Compass Card at a Compass Vending Machine or at a Compass Retailer. Concession Compass Cards are available for purchase only at Compass Retailers, the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station, online at compasscard.ca, or by telephone. Both Adult and Concession Compass Cards can be purchased at Compass Retailers, including cards preloaded with $10, however, cards cannot be reloaded at Compass Retailers. Cards can be loaded with Stored Value or with prepaid passes.
If you lose your Compass Card, you can go to the Translink student website to unlink your lost card so that no one else can use your U-Pass BC benefit. You will then need to get a replacement Compass Card from Translink and pay the $6 refundable deposit. You can also donate your unwanted Compass Card at YVR–Airport Station. TransLink will convert any remaining value on the card into transit passes to help children, families, and seniors at United Way.
Compass Cards can be used when taking transit within Metro Vancouver. You can tap your card on the reader when entering buses, HandyDART, and at the gates when entering and exiting SkyTrain stations or SeaBus terminals. The fare is automatically deducted from the stored value on your card. Monthly Pass and DayPass riders tap in to validate their prepaid journey. You cannot pay for two fares on the same journey with one card — each rider needs their own form of payment.
You can run your Compass Card to a negative balance on your last ride. The fare is tallied when exiting a station. You can get on the Canada Line with just 50 cents remaining on the card ($5.50 into the deposit amount), then on exit at the airport, you will get a negative balance. You can use the Stored Value on your Compass Card to purchase a Compass Ticket for another rider at a Compass Vending Machine (CVM). Some passengers are eligible for concession fares and can purchase an orange Concession Compass Card at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station, Compass Retailers, online at compasscard.ca, or by telephone.
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Cards can be purchased from a Compass Vending Machine (CVM) at the airport
Yes, you can purchase a Compass Card at Vancouver Airport. Compass Cards are widely available for a refundable deposit of $6. You can buy a Compass Card from a Compass Vending Machine (CVM) at the airport.
CVMs are located in all SkyTrain, SeaBus, and West Coast Express stations. You can purchase a Compass Card from a CVM using cash, debit, or credit card. The card can be loaded with Stored Value or with prepaid passes such as Monthly and Day Passes.
Please note that Compass Cards purchased from a CVM can only be used on the day of purchase. If you buy a Compass Card from a vendor, it will need to be validated on the day of use. You can also purchase a Compass Card online, by phone, or in person at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station.
If you are a senior citizen or otherwise eligible for a concession fare, you can purchase a Concession Compass Card at the TransLink Customer Service Centre, Compass Retailers, or online. You cannot buy a Concession Compass Card with stored value at a CVM, but you can buy a single Concession Compass Ticket.
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Cards can be loaded with Stored Value or prepaid passes
Compass Cards are widely available for a refundable deposit of $6. Cards can be loaded with Stored Value or prepaid passes. Stored Value can be used to purchase a Compass Ticket for another rider at a Compass Vending Machine (CVM). Monthly and Day Passes are examples of prepaid passes. Monthly Pass riders and DayPass riders must tap in to validate their prepaid journey. You cannot pay for two fares on the same journey with one card — each rider needs their own form of payment.
Compass Cards can be purchased and reloaded online, at CVMs, or in person at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station. Both Adult and Concession Compass Cards can be purchased at Compass Retailers, including cards preloaded with $10, however, cards cannot be reloaded at Compass Retailers. Compass Cards can also be purchased at Compass Vending Machines, where you can buy as many cards as you want. However, cards bought from a Compass Vending Machine will only be valid on the day of purchase. If you buy Compass Cards from a vendor like 7-11 or London Drugs, they will not be activated until you validate them on the day of use.
Concession cards are available for seniors 65 years and older, youth 13 to 18 years with valid photo identification proving age, and children 5 to 12 years. Children 12 and under can ride TransLink services free of charge. Concession cards can be purchased online, at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station, Compass Retailers, or by telephone. Wearable Compass Wristbands and Minis are only available for purchase at the TransLink Customer Service Centre at Waterfront Station.
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DayPasses purchased at the airport must be used on the day of purchase
Compass Cards are widely available for a refundable deposit of $6. They can be used for single fares, Monthly Passes, Day Passes, and Bike Parkade enrolment. You can purchase a Compass Card at a Compass Vending Machine or at a Compass Retailer.
If you are arriving at Vancouver Airport and wish to purchase a DayPass, it is important to note that these must be used on the day of purchase. Day Passes purchased at the airport are subject to this rule, so it is worth considering your travel plans before buying. Day Passes bought at the airport must be used before 4 am the next day, and they are valid for travel on SkyTrain, SeaBus, and West Coast Express services.
If you are only going to be using public transport on the day of your arrival and no other day during your stay, a DayPass could be a good option. However, if you plan to use public transport on days other than your arrival, you may want to consider other options, such as purchasing a Monthly Pass or reloading a Compass Card online.
It is worth noting that there is a $5 surcharge for eastbound journeys originating at Vancouver Airport and terminating at any other station. This surcharge is known as the YVR AddFare. To avoid this charge, you could consider purchasing your DayPass off Sea Island or buying a Monthly Pass if you plan to use public transport for more than a couple of weeks.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can buy a Compass Card at Vancouver Airport. You can buy them at a Compass Vending Machine (CVM) or at a Compass Retailer.
Compass Cards are available for a refundable deposit of $6. You can load the card with Stored Value, or with prepaid passes.
Compass Cards are convenient, reloadable fare cards that can be used when taking transit within Metro Vancouver. They can be used for single fares, Monthly Passes, DayPasses, and Bike Parkade enrollment.
