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Directions to Whistler, BC

From Vancouver Airport and downtown Vancouver

Introduction

Here you’ll find easy-to-follow driving directions to Whistler from Vancouver and Vancouver Airport and information about buses and trains to Whistler—for both winter and summer travel.

You’ll learn the fastest route to the Whistler ski area, as well as even more scenic alternatives.

Very importantly, you’ll learn how to time your trip to Whistler, in order to avoid the worst congestion on the way. Otherwise, you may face frustrating traffic jams. This was written by someone who used to commute portions of this route.

These pages give you –

1. The fastest driving directions to Whistler from Vancouver International Airport. Take 10 to 15 minutes off the routes suggested by Mapquest and Yahoo Maps—and enjoy better scenery.
   
   
2. Timing your trip to Whistler, in order to avoid traffic jams. A black ice caution, too.
   
   
3. Scenic drive to Whistler - alternative I. Spending a little extra time lets you enjoy the best sights Vancouver has to offer on your way to Whistler. A nice summer or winter scenic route. You can also use the first part of this drive to get from the airport to downtown Vancouver hotels via the most scenic route possible.
   
   
4. Scenic drive to Whistler - alternative II. (under construction)
   
   
5. Transportation to Whistler from Vancouver and Vancouver Airport. Buses, vans, and trains to Whistler.
   
   
6. What U.S. travelers need to know about returning to Vancouver Airport.
   

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