TRIUMF is located on the campus of the University of British Columbia (UBC), easily accessible from Vancouver’s international airport, which offers direct flights to major cities around the world.
From the UBC campus, the Vancouver city centre is easily accessible by public transit, with many bus routes offering frequent service:
TRIUMF
4004 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 2A3
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is about a 30 minute drive from downtown Vancouver and a 35-40 minute drive from UBC
Taxi Service Taxi service from the Vancouver Airport is about a 30-40 minute drive and is a standard fixed cost of $35(cdn) to get to UBC.
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MacLure's Cabs 604 731-9211
Vancouver Taxi 604 255-5111
Yellow Cabs 604 681-1111
Car Rentals at YVR - The airport is serviced by most of the major car rental companies.
BC Transit - Public transportation for other areas around Vancouver
BC Ferries - transportation to/from Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands and Sunshine Coast
Parking Pay parking is in effect in the TRIUMF parking lot. Please click here for information on parking.
For further information, please see Staying in Vancouver
Covid Testing Information:
If a PCR swab is required for travel, the closest travel clinic that will administer asymptomatic tests is reachable via a short bus ride from UBC. Click here for more information or to book an appointment.
Alternatively, rapid antigen tests with results emailed within a few minutes can be booked at YVR Airport, and can be done day of travel, if time permits.
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