GETTING TO WHISTLER
Your Path to the Mountains
Private chauffeurs, helicopters, floatplanes and scheduled shuttles—coordinated around your group, luggage and arrival time.
Explore your optionsTHE SEA TO SKY JOURNEY
Your stay starts with the journey.
We can arrange transportation to Whistler, from Whistler and throughout the resort.
Tell us whether your party arrives together or separately and we will match the route and vehicle to your flight times, passenger count, children, luggage and ski equipment. Private vehicles range from discreet sedans to executive minibuses, while air and scheduled coach options offer different balances of speed, flexibility and value.
CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE
Five ways to reach the mountains.
Private chauffeur
Door to door, on your schedule.
02Private shuttle
Private group transport, coordinated around your arrival.
03Arrive by air
Helicopter, private aviation or seasonal floatplane.
04Scheduled shuttle
Current coach services from YVR and Vancouver.
05Self-drive
Freedom to explore the Sea to Sky.
PRIVATE CHAUFFEURED TRANSFERS
A vehicle for every arrival.
One-way guidance between Vancouver International Airport or Vancouver and Whistler. Select a vehicle by group size, luggage and desired level of comfort.
Rates supplied by our concierge and shown before tax, gratuity and noted fees. Availability and final quotes must be reconfirmed.
Up to 2 guests with luggage
Sedan with roof box
From $475 one way
5% tax + 20% gratuity. Northbound airport parking may add $12.25.
Up to 5 guests
SUV
From $575 one way
5% tax + 20% gratuity. Northbound airport parking may add $12.25.
Up to 5 guests
Luxury SUV
From $645 one way
Escalade or similar. 5% tax + 15% gratuity.
Up to 8 guests
Small Mercedes Sprinter
From $675 one way
Bench seating. 5% tax + 15% gratuity.
Up to 11 guests
Mercedes Sprinter
From $700 one way
5% tax + 15% gratuity + 5% fuel surcharge. Northbound airport parking may add $24.25.
Up to 12 guests
Mercedes Jet Van
From $1,150 one way
Two TVs, high-speed internet, starlight ceiling and Bentley-stitched captain chairs. 5% tax + 15% gratuity.
Up to 22 guests — or 18 with luggage
Executive Mini Bus
From $1,150 one way
Reclining captain chairs, two tables, salon seating and a 50-inch TV. 5% tax + 20% gratuity.
20–24 guests
Minibus
From $895 one way
Spacious seating and excellent luggage or ski storage. 5% tax + 15% gratuity + 5% fuel surcharge. Northbound airport parking may add $36.50.
A booking is subject to the selected operator's cancellation policy, typically 48 hours to 7 days depending on the vehicle. Airport parking fees apply only where noted and may change.
TO MAKE A BOOKING
Send us the practical details.
We will check the right vehicle, operator and timing before anything is confirmed.
Request a transfer- Vehicle preferenceYour preferred vehicle—or let us recommend one.
- Travel logisticsFlight plan or pickup/drop-off location, date and time.
- Contact informationLead guest name, mobile number and email.
- Passenger countTotal guests travelling on each transfer.
- ChildrenAge and weight of every child under 10.
- Child seatsBringing your own or requesting seats from the operator.
- Luggage and gearSuitcases, skis, snowboards and oversized items.
PLAN THE WHOLE JOURNEY
One itinerary, from touchdown to chalet door.
BY AIR
Make the arrival part of the experience.
Private helicopters, executive aviation and seasonal floatplane service create a faster—and far more memorable—route into the mountains. Our concierge will confirm the aircraft, luggage plan, weather limits and ground connections.
A-Star helicopter
A private AS350 helicopter transfer between Vancouver and Whistler, normally planned for up to five guests.
Approximately 45 minutes in the air, with passenger, baggage, daylight, landing and weather limits confirmed for every flight.
Helijet charter
A bespoke helicopter charter arranged around the route, party size and onward transportation.
Aircraft type, landing permissions, baggage, weather and operating requirements are matched to the journey before confirmation.
London Air helicopter
Premium twin-engine helicopter charter from YVR South Terminal with a spacious executive cabin.
London Air operates AW139 helicopters with flexible executive seating, substantial baggage capacity and all-weather capability subject to routing and approvals.
Private jet
Private aviation into Vancouver International Airport (YVR), the closest airport to Whistler for private aircraft.
From YVR, our concierge can arrange an onward helicopter transfer, weather permitting, or a chauffeured Mercedes Jet Van transfer to Whistler. Aircraft handling, luggage and onward connections are coordinated as one itinerary.
Seasonal floatplane
A scenic scheduled flight from Vancouver Harbour to Whistler’s Green Lake during the warmer months.
Service normally operates from late spring into early fall. Schedules, baggage allowances, lake conditions and the Village connection are confirmed for your date.
INDEPENDENT TRAVEL
Rental car, taxi or scheduled bus.
These practical options offer different balances of freedom, convenience and value. Explore the details, then add the best fit to your itinerary for our concierge to help coordinate.
Rental car
Flexible for guests who want to explore the Sea to Sky independently.
Choose a vehicle with enough luggage and ski capacity. Winter-ready tires are essential in season, and Highway 99 conditions should be checked before departure.
Taxi service
Pre-arranged taxi transportation for airport, regional and in-resort journeys.
Whistler’s local taxi operators run 24 hours a day. Vehicle type, mountain gear, child seats, pickup timing and long-distance pricing should be confirmed in advance.
Bus transfer
Scheduled coach service between Vancouver Airport, downtown Vancouver and Whistler.
Shared coaches offer a practical year-round option with luggage storage and multiple departures. Schedules and Whistler pickup points vary by season.
IN-RESORT PRIVATE TRANSPORT
A driver for every plan.
Reserve a private vehicle by the hour for dinners, activities, shopping, events or a full day around Whistler. We work with three trusted local operators and can recommend the best fit for your party, luggage and schedule.
Passenger capacities are shown without luggage. Rates and availability are reconfirmed before booking.
HOURLY SERVICE
Cold Comforts
Premium SUVs with a one-hour minimum.
Fees: Add 15% gratuity and 5% tax.
Cancellation: 48 hours.
1, 4 OR 8 CONSECUTIVE HOURS
Luxury Transport Inc.
All rates include the 20% service fee and 5% GST. The service fee covers fuel, administration and driver gratuity.
| Vehicle | Guests | 1 hour | 4 hours | 8 hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 2–3 | $245.70 | $604.80 | $1,083.60 |
| Luxury SUV | Up to 5 | $245.70 | $604.80 | $1,083.60 |
| Sprinter Van | Up to 11 | $308.70 | $667.80 | $1,146.60 |
| Odyssey Coach Bus | 20 seats | $434.70 | $850.50 | $1,404.90 |
- Complimentary car and booster seats are available upon request.
- A live tracking link lets you view the vehicle location in real time.
- Additional sightseeing, meal, shopping or activity stops are $95 per hour, or $110 per hour for Mini Coaches, before applicable fees and tax.
Cancellation: 48 hours.
HOURLY SERVICE
VIP Whistler
Choose from sedans and SUVs, executive vans, minibuses and mini coaches.
Sedans & SUVs 2-hour minimum
SedanUp to 4$95/hour
Cadillac XT6Up to 6$110/hour
SUVUp to 6$120/hour
Luxury SUVUp to 6$135/hour
Cadillac EscaladeUp to 6$195/hour
Vans 3-hour minimum
Transit VanUp to 10$135/hour
Mercedes SprinterUp to 14$170/hour
Executive Van13 + front passenger$195/hour
Mercedes Jet Van9 + front passenger$220/hour
Minibuses & Mini Coaches 4-hour minimum
MinibusUp to 24$195/hour
Executive Minibus23 + front passenger$230/hour
Executive Mini Coach30 + front passenger$245/hour
Executive Mini Coach34 + front passenger$280/hour
Fees: Add 20% gratuity and 5% tax.
Cancellation: 48 hours to 7 days, depending on vehicle type.
PERSONALLY COORDINATED
Let us match the vehicle to your day.
Share your passenger count, luggage, timing and preferred stops. Our concierge will confirm the operator, final rate and cancellation terms.
ONCE YOU ARRIVE
Getting around Whistler.
The Village Stroll is pedestrian-only, and many restaurants, shops and lifts are easy to reach on foot. For neighbourhoods farther along the valley, choose local transit, taxi, a private driver or the paved Valley Trail.
Taxi & rideshare
Whistler Taxi and Whistler Resort Cabs operate 24 hours a day with vehicles suited to passengers and mountain gear. Long-distance Vancouver transfers can also be arranged in advance; our concierge can confirm the current options.
Parking
Day lots serve the Village and mountain bases, with additional municipal, hotel and neighbourhood parking. Rules, rates and overnight restrictions vary, so confirm the current location before leaving a vehicle.
Bus & free Village shuttles
BC Transit connects the Village, Creekside and neighbourhoods throughout the valley. Routes 4 and 5 provide free Village-area service, with seasonal park shuttles offered at selected times.
Walking, cycling & the Valley Trail
The car-free Valley Trail links neighbourhoods, lakes and parks throughout Whistler. Seasonal park shuttles and bike-share options can make summer travel even easier.
Driving the Sea to Sky
Highway 99 is a mountain road. Check current conditions before travel; winter tires are required from October 1 to March 31, and rental vehicles should be equipped for the forecast.
PREMIUM EXPERIENCES WHISTLER
Let us connect every part of the journey.
Share your travel plans and we will recommend the most practical current options for your party.
Plan your arrivalRoutes, schedules, rates and availability depend on the selected operator, weather, road conditions and travel dates. Final arrangements are confirmed before booking.