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How do I get from the Vancouver airport to Rock River Casino?

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Just hop on the Canada Line (the only SkyTrain out of YVR). Get out at the Bridgeport Station and you'll be right beside the casino once you walk out.

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I've never used SkyTrain. What is the route, price and zone to get from YVR to Waterfront station?

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The price from YVR to Waterfront station will cost $5 + the fare cost ($3 give or take).

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Can I use coins, bills, or credit/debit cards?

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Since 2019, you can use credit cards. You cannot use debit yet, but there are plans for it. You can pay by cash but only with coins. So you cannot use banknotes to pay for your fare.

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Can non-Canadian residents get concessions?

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Yes, all children and seniors can get concessions, but you may need ID. If you are only taking the SkyTrain a few times, it may not be worth the trouble.

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Can SkyTrain tickets be purchased as a group or do they need to be paid for individually?

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Individually. There are no group passes, so each person needs to purchase a separate ticket.

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I am riding from Surrey to Waterfront. Will I have to change trains at some point?

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No. The Expo Line train runs from all three stops in Surrey to Waterfront directly, without a transfer.

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How long does it take to ride the SkyTrain in Vancouver?

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It depends how far you are going and which line you are riding, but going to each stop would take no more than 3 - 4 minutes.

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Will I be able to carry a medium size suitcase and a cabin bag from the airport to downtown?

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Yes, you can. It might be more challenging if you are travelling at peak times though (e.g. morning or afternoon rush) since the Skytrain is packed with commuters. That said, if you leave from the airport, you are at the start of one of the Canada Line's branches, so you should be able to get a seat. I'd go for either the first or the last train and try to get in the seats right at the front/back. The reason? More space to keep your bags and also a really cool view!

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How do I see a lot of sights in Vancouver without renting a vehicle?

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Walk, ride a bike or take transit. The transit system has improved tremendously and it's easy to get around. From a bus, to the skytrain, to the Seabus you can have quite the experience! Of course, it depends on the sights you want to see. If you stay in downtown Vancouver and the sights you want to see are also in the vicinity, then walk, bike or take transit. If you stay in the suburbs then you'll have to get to Vancouver first. If the sights you want to see are outside of the downtown core, you'll have to plan. Use Google Maps, it's great for figuring out how to get around.

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I need to go from Burrard Station to Richmond Station. Do I need to transfer trains?

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You have two options. You could either ride to Waterfront and then transfer to the Canada Line for a train to Richmond-Brighouse, or you could walk to Vancouver City Centre station and catch the train to Richmond-Brighouse.

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Do Compass Day Passes work on the Expo line from Lougheed Centre to Waterfront?

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Day Passes work for the entire system.

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Is there parking at Bridgeport station?

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Yes, there is a park and ride there.

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How many regions would I be going through if I started in Richmond and went to Canada Place Pier?

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Two. Refer to the map.

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DOCKSTEADER 8530 Cambie Str Vancouver to Canada Place, Vancouver: how do you take sky train to this destination?

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You will have to go to Marine Drive Station which will take you to Waterfront Station. After the subway ride you will have to walk for 8 minutes to Canada Place.

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New to this. How do I get from Vcr Intl Airport to Mission BC?

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The best way to get to Mission BC from Vancouver International Airport is by going to YVR Airport Station @platform 1 which takes approximately 26 minutes.

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