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Road Trips From Vancouver

The best road trips from Vancouver — day trips, weekend loops and longer adventures with distances and drive times.

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Some of Canada's best road trips start in Vancouver. This guide collects routes you can begin right from the city — day trips, weekend loops and longer adventures — with distances, drive times and the highlights along the way. Fill up before you leave, download offline maps for the rural stretches, and check seasonal road conditions in winter. Most routes are driveable May to October; high mountain passes may close in winter. Pair each route with a stay from the booking links below.

Trips within reach of Vancouver

120 km · 2 hours

British Columbia

Whistler

North America's largest four-season resort.

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65 km · 1 hour

British Columbia

Squamish

Sea-to-Sky outdoor hub of granite and trails.

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ferry + 70 km · 3 hours

British Columbia

Victoria

Garden city on Vancouver Island.

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ferry + 320 km · 5 hours

British Columbia

Tofino

Pacific surf town and rainforest coast.

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390 km · 4 hours

British Columbia

Kelowna

Okanagan wine country on the lake.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best road trips from Vancouver?

The routes above are our top picks — ranging from half-day escapes to multi-day loops, each with distances, drive times and highlights.

Do I need a car for road trips from Vancouver?

Yes — a car is essential. Compare rental options with the booking links below, and book early for summer and long weekends.

When is the best time for a road trip from Vancouver?

May to October offers the clearest roads and longest days. Winter driving is possible but requires caution and winter tires, especially in mountain and northern routes.

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