Vancouver to Whistler Private Transfer
Private transfer from Vancouver to Whistler should be easy. We pick you up at YVR, downtown Vancouver, or Richmond and take you straight to Whistler. One booking, one vehicle, one chauffeur. Licensed, commercially insured, and ready for the Sea to Sky.
Vancouver Airport YVR to Whistler Private Transfer
Our Vancouver to Whistler private transfer service includes YVR pickups with a licensed chauffeur and the right vehicle for passengers and ski gear, including SUV and Sprinter options. Operating since 1999, we run this route year-round, offering flight tracking and including airport wait time. So you can land, collect bags, and leave without stress. We show your total upfront before you confirm.
Typical drive time
- Usually 2 to 2.5 hours door to door
- Plan extra time on weekends, storms, or events
- We monitor Highway 99 conditions while you travel
Winter readiness
- Winter tires when required and weather checked live
- Dispatch support for reroutes and safe timing
- Extra care for night pickups and snow days
YVR meet and greet
- Flight tracking and inside pickup with name sign
- Luggage help and direct walk to your vehicle
- Driver contact sent by SMS and email
Gear and vehicle fit
- Sedan for 1–2 travellers with light luggage
- SUV for families with ski gear and bags
- Sprinter for groups with luggage and skis
Private Vancouver to Whistler Transfers: Upfront Rates
Rates shown are typical starting prices. Your exact total is shown upfront before you confirm. Optional stops, after-hours pickup, and extra wait time beyond the included airport window are added only if selected.
How Vancouver to Whistler Private Transfers Work
Pickup locations
- YVR arrivals: Meet inside the terminal or at an agreed pickup point
- Vancouver: Downtown hotels, homes, condos, Airbnbs
- Richmond: YVR area hotels and residential pickups
- Drop-offs: Whistler Village hotels, condos, and chalets
Pickup details are confirmed in writing before the day of travel.
Stops and special requests
- Optional stops: Squamish coffee or groceries on request
- Child seats: Add during booking so we load the right vehicle
- Extra wait: Added only if you choose it or need it
- Multiple drop-offs: Available for groups staying at different places
Everything is priced upfront before you confirm.
What makes this service private
- No other passengers and no intermediate hotel stops
- You choose the pickup time and vehicle type
- Non-stop service to your Whistler address
- One booking, one vehicle, one chauffeur
Luxury Airport Transfers from YVR
Private airport pickups with licensed chauffeurs and clean, commercially insured vehicles. Meet and greet available, then direct drop off to your destination.
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Book a private SUV or sedan for airport pickups with flight tracking and luggage help. Ideal for business travel, families, and late arrivals.
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Whistler Transfer Rates and Vehicle Options
See typical starting rates for sedan, SUV, and Sprinter transfers to Whistler. Your exact total shows upfront before you confirm.
Whistler Transfer PricingYVR to Whistler Private Transport
Skip shared shuttles and go direct from your flight to your Whistler hotel or chalet. Choose the right vehicle for passengers and ski gear.
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Sprinter Van for Groups to Whistler
Mercedes Sprinter vans give groups space for luggage, skis, and snowboards. Great for families, teams, and corporate travel days.
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Professional chauffeur pickups for executives who need punctual, quiet, and direct service. Ideal for VIP guests and business travel.
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Private SUV and Van Service Vancouver to Whistler
Many guests don’t need a limousine. They need space. We run executive sedans for business travellers, luxury SUVs for families with gear, and Mercedes Sprinter vans for bigger groups heading to the resort. SUVs and vans are the best choice in winter because they handle the route better and they have room for skis, snowboards, strollers, and extra luggage. When travelling with 4, 6, or 10 people, a Private SUV and Van Service Vancouver to Whistler often costs less than multiple shuttle tickets and is much more comfortable. A licensed, private Vancouver to Whistler shuttle on your schedule, driven by local, winter-ready chauffeurs. Private van transfer from Vancouver to Whistler with extra bags and ski gear.
Door-to-Door Service from Vancouver and Richmond Hotels. Not everyone starts at the airport. Some guests stay downtown or in Richmond the night before. We can collect you from hotel lobbies, condos, Airbnbs, the cruise ship terminal, or YVR-area hotels in Richmond. You stay indoors, we load your luggage, and we drive straight to Whistler without transfers. This works well for guests starting in Vancouver or Richmond who want a direct private transfer to Whistler without changing vehicles.
Winter Safe Vancouver to Whistler Transfers
The Sea to Sky can change quickly in winter, so we treat this route like an operations job, not a casual drive. Dispatch monitors weather and Highway 99 conditions, and we assign the right vehicle for your passenger count and gear so everything is secured before departure.
- Winter tires used when required, weather checked before pickup
- Dispatch monitors Highway 99 and adjusts timing for storms and closures
- Drive time buffers added for weekends, snowfall, and event congestion
- Driver stays in contact for safe timing and pickup coordination
Prices & Policies
Updated: 2025-10-31
| Item | What you pay |
|---|---|
| Free wait time | 45 min domestic, 60 min international at YVR. Extra billed in 15-min increments at vehicle hourly. |
| Flat rates | No surge pricing. Final Whistler price shown before payment. |
| Child seats | $25 per seat. Request when booking. |
| Stops & detours | Grocery/Squamish stops from $25. Extra time/distance billed in 15-min increments. |
| After-hours | Pickups 11 pm–7 am: +5% surcharge. |
| Return trips | Same as outbound. Meet-and-greet fee can be removed. |
| Changes & cancellations | Free up to 24 hours before pickup. Full cancellation policy. |
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All fees shown before payment. Free airport wait time included. Child seats available.
Safety, licensing & author review
- BC PTB licensed #71593 • $10M commercial liability insurance
- Daily vehicle inspections and chauffeur training
- Route-ready vehicles with professional dispatch support
- Secure payments (Stripe). Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay.
- Your data is encrypted and never sold. Privacy policy
Written & reviewed by
Sarb Nagra
Founder & Operations Lead, Destiny Limousine Ltd
- Operating licensed limousine and private transfer services in BC since 1999
- Extensive Sea-to-Sky winter transfer experience
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Last updated: 31 Oct 2025
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FAQs – Whistler Travel & Policies
Sedan: best for 1–2 travellers with light luggage (no ski gear).
SUV: ideal for families with ski gear and bags.
Sprinter: best for groups with luggage, skis, and boards.
Tell us your passenger count and gear, and we assign the right vehicle.
Yes. We include airport wait time with every YVR pickup: 45 minutes (domestic) and 60 minutes (international). If you need more time, extra wait is billed in 15-minute increments at the vehicle hourly rate.
Yes. Meet-and-greet is available on request. Your chauffeur tracks your flight, meets you inside arrivals with a name sign, helps with luggage, and walks you directly to the vehicle.
Absolutely. Add it during booking so it’s priced upfront. Quick coffee or restroom stops are easy, and longer grocery stops can be added as an optional stop based on time.
