Vancouver to Whistler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

58 miles 93.4 km · straight line
75 miles actual route 120.7 km · driving distance
1h 57min estimated drive time
CAD 12 - CAD 15 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
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How far is Vancouver from Whistler?

The distance from Vancouver to Whistler is 58 miles (93.4 km) as the crow flies. Whistler is located N of Vancouver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 75 miles, taking about 1h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in Canada.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Vancouver and Whistler. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Vancouver to Whistler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 57min CAD 12 - CAD 15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 20min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Vancouver & Whistler

Quick Facts

Vancouver
49.28°N, 123.12°W
America/Vancouver
70m elevation
Whistler
50.12°N, 122.96°W
America/Vancouver
670m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 429.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM