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The Canada Line is Vancouver's rapid transit rail system, connecting Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and to downtown Richmond in 18 minutes. The YVR-Airport Canada Line Station is located above the covered parking garage at the airport, between the international and domestic terminals. Tickets can be purchased from Skytrain Ticket Machines on all Canada Line station platforms, which accept cash, credit, and debit/ATM cards. Tickets can also be purchased at the 7-Eleven Store downstairs on Level 1 in the Domestic Terminal building.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Location of the Skytrain Station at Vancouver Airport | The YVR-Airport Canada Line Station is located above the covered parking garage at the airport. It is centrally located between the international and domestic terminals. |
| How to get to the Skytrain Station | Domestic Arrivals: Go to level 3, then walk towards the International Terminal. Look for the "Canada Line" signs and proceed to level 4 via the escalator or elevator, where there is a covered walkway to the Skytrain Station. International Arrivals: Go to level 3 and then outside, where you will find the covered walkway to the Canada Line Station. |
| Ticket Purchase Options | Ticket Machines: Skytrain Ticket Machines are available on all Canada Line station platforms and at the 7-Eleven Store in the Domestic Terminal building. These machines accept cash, credit, and debit/ATM cards. Compass Cards: You can buy Compass Cards at station vending machines using cash, credit, or debit. These stored-value plastic cards offer lower rates than single-use paper tickets and can be used on all transit services. Contactless Payment: You can tap to pay with your contactless debit or credit card (Interac® Debit, American Express®, Mastercard®, Visa®) at the fare gate or card readers. |
| Fares and Pricing | A $5 Canada Line YVR AddFare is included in the regular zone fare for all transit users leaving YVR. Trips from YVR-Airport to Richmond or Vancouver can cost up to $15.50 (including the AddFare) for a DayPass. Trips to YVR-Airport from Templeton Station are free. |
| Operating Hours | The Vancouver Airport Skytrain operates from early morning to past midnight, with trains running on average every 6-7 minutes during the day and evening, and every 20 minutes during late-night hours. |
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Ticket machines at the Canada Line station platforms
The Canada Line is Vancouver's rapid transit rail, connecting Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and to downtown Richmond in 18 minutes. The YVR-Airport Canada Line station is located above the covered parking garage at the airport, between the international and domestic terminals.
If you're looking to purchase tickets for the Canada Line at Vancouver Airport, you can do so at the ticket machines on all Canada Line station platforms. These machines accept cash, credit, and debit/ATM cards. The ticket machines offer both single-use paper tickets and stored-value plastic cards called Compass Cards. Compass Cards can be purchased for a $6 returnable deposit and offer lower fares than single-use paper tickets. They can be used on all transit services and can be reloaded with stored value online or at any ticket machine.
Alternatively, if you are buying a single adult ticket, you can opt for a contactless payment method. You can tap to pay with your contactless debit or credit card (Interac® Debit, American Express®, Mastercard®, Visa®) right at the fare gate. This option saves time and eliminates the need for a paper ticket.
If you are travelling on Sea Island only, you can ride for free by tapping your mobile phone, debit or credit card, or Compass card directly at the gates.
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7-Eleven Store, Domestic Terminal, Level 1
The Canada Line is Vancouver's rapid transit rail, connecting Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and to downtown Richmond in 18 minutes. The YVR-Airport Canada Line Station is located between the international and domestic terminals.
If you're looking to purchase Canada Line tickets at Vancouver Airport, one option is to head to the 7-Eleven Store, which is located downstairs on Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal building. This convenience store is a handy place to pick up a range of items, including Skytrain tickets.
The 7-Eleven Store is easily accessible from within the airport. If you're arriving domestically, you can reach the store by going downstairs to Level 1 of the terminal building. It's worth noting that the Canada Line is also accessible by elevator from the arrivals and departures levels, so you can easily reach the train platform after purchasing your ticket.
The Skytrain operates a frequent schedule, with trains running as early as 4:49 am and as late as 1:05 am, depending on the direction of travel. You can expect trains to arrive every 6 to 7 minutes throughout the day and evening, with less frequent services during late-night hours.
When purchasing tickets at the 7-Eleven Store, you'll be subject to a $5 Canada Line YVR AddFare, which is automatically added to your regular zone fare. This fee is collected by TransLink and is applicable to all transit users departing from YVR on the Canada Line. Various payment methods are accepted, including cash, credit, and debit/ATM cards.
In addition to the 7-Eleven Store, ticket machines are available on all Canada Line station platforms, offering the same payment options as the store. These machines provide another convenient way to purchase your ticket before boarding the Skytrain at Vancouver Airport.
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Compass Cards
The Canada Line is Vancouver's rapid transit rail, connecting Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and to downtown Richmond in 18 minutes. The Canada Line uses the Compass ticketing system, which includes single-use paper tickets and stored-value plastic cards called Compass Cards.
At Vancouver International Airport, the Canada Line station is located above the covered parking garage. You can access the station from both the International and Domestic Terminals. If you are arriving on a domestic flight, go to level 3 and walk towards the International Terminal. Before reaching the terminal, you will find the Link Building, which connects to the Skytrain Station on level 4 via a covered walkway. For international arrivals, go to level 3 and exit the building to find the covered walkway across the street to the Canada Line Station.
In addition to Compass Cards, you can also use contactless Visa or Mastercard credit cards, mobile payments, or cash at card readers to pay for adult fares.
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Contactless cards and mobile payments
If you have a Compass Card, you can also use Tap to Pay to transfer across bus, SeaBus, SkyTrain, and HandyDART on a single fare for up to 90 minutes, or up to 120 minutes when including travel on the West Coast Express. Your travel time begins when you first tap your card to enter a fare-paid zone.
It is important to note that there is a $5 YVR Airport AddFare when taking the Canada Line from YVR Airport, which is automatically added when you purchase a fare ticket or deducted from your contactless card. This AddFare is charged on eastbound trips starting at YVR Airport, Sea Island Centre, or Templeton and ending at any station from Bridgeport onwards.
If you are travelling on Sea Island only, you can tap and ride for free using your mobile phone, debit or credit card, or Compass card at all Sea Island stations.
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Ticket machines at Sea Island stations
The Canada Line is Vancouver's rapid transit rail, connecting Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and to downtown Richmond in 18 minutes. The YVR-Airport Canada Line Station is located between the international and domestic terminals.
If you are travelling on Sea Island only, you can ride for free by using your mobile phone, debit or credit card, or Compass card to tap directly at the gates. If you are travelling from Sea Island to Richmond, Vancouver, or beyond, you will need to purchase a ticket. Ticket machines are available at all Canada Line station platforms, including Sea Island stations. These machines accept cash, credit, and debit/ATM cards.
At the ticket machines, scroll the onscreen options and select the “Sea Island Only” option if you are travelling between Sea Island stations. If you are travelling from Sea Island to Richmond, Vancouver, or beyond, you can purchase a ticket at the machine by following the onscreen instructions. The cost of a DayPass from Sea Island to Richmond, Vancouver, or beyond is up to $15.50, including a $5 AddFare fee.
Compass Cards can be purchased for a $6 returnable deposit and can be loaded with stored value online or at any ticket machine. These cards can be used on all transit services and offer lower fares than single-use paper tickets.
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Frequently asked questions
You can buy tickets at the 7-Eleven Store on Level 1 in the Domestic Terminal building or at the Skytrain Ticket Machines on all Canada Line station platforms.
Trips from YVR-Airport, Sea Island Centre or Templeton to Richmond, Vancouver or beyond cost up to $15.50 for a Day Pass. This includes a $5 AddFare fee that is automatically added to your fare.
Ticket Machines accept cash, credit and debit/ATM cards. The machines do not accept Interac® Debit cards.
The YVR-Airport Canada Line Station is located above the covered parking garage at the airport. From Domestic Arrivals, go up to Level 3 and walk towards the International Terminal. You will come across the Link Building which is situated between the domestic and international terminals. Follow the signs that say "Canada Line" and proceed up the escalator (or elevator) to Level 4 where there is a covered walkway to the Skytrain Station.
Trains run on average once every 6 to 7 minutes throughout the day and evening, and about once every 20 minutes during late-night hours.
