Abbotsford travel guide
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You're Going to Love Abbotsford
With a population of 151,683, Abbotsford is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada.
Where to Eat in Abbotsford
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Abbotsford (2142 West Railway St) and Bow & Stern Restaurant - Abbotsford (2551 Montrose Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Abbotsford
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Abbotsford in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 200 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Abbotsford, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
How to Get to Abbotsford
Plane
When flying to Abbotsford, you’ll arrive at Abbotsford (YXX), which is located 6 km from the city centre.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Abbotsford, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Abbotsford to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around RM 162 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about RM 238 for a 7h 32m trip. The train station in Abbotsford is called Abbotsford, and is located 7 km from the city centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Abbotsford, including Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Abbotsford takes 145 km and will cost you around RM 152. From Seattle, the ticket costs about RM 152 for a journey of 314 km.
Airlines serving Abbotsford
Where to stay in Abbotsford
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Abbotsford BC and Alpine Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Abbotsford
Hiring a car in Abbotsford
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Abbotsford is the Hertz branch at 30440 Liberator Avenue, which is 9 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay RM 6.58 per litre in Abbotsford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 78.91 and RM 105.22. The most frequently booked car type in Abbotsford is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Hyundai Sonata or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.