Getting around Vancouver
Vancouver has a great public transport system. We’ve put together a quick guide of how to start using your new city’s public transport to make it easier for you.
How to Ride on Translink transport
Translink runs a network of buses, sky trains, sea buses and west coast express.
First, you will need to PURCHASE a Compass card:
Buy Compass card for $6 from any of the following:
- At a compass vending machine, in person at any sky train station
- Online
- Select retailers and pharmacies like London drugs
You can top up your compass card:
- At compass vending machine at any sky train station, paying by cash, debit or credit card
- Online
You can top up with a certain amount $ or buy a monthly pass
You can also purchase a single use/return tickets at the fare vending machines at the sky train station, paying in cash, debit, or credit card.
You can check your balance by phone, online or at a station compass vending machine.
Once you have your COMPASS card, ensure you tap on and off when you use the sky train, sea bus, and on buses you only need to tap on. Once you tap on the first time you will have 90 minutes travel across the buses, sky trains and sea buses and only be charged for one trip.
Translink fares
Translink schedules and maps