Whistler Transit Services - Bus and Taxi

You don't need a vehicle when you stay in Whistler. Explore the neighbourhoods by bus, free shuttle, bike or on foot via the paved Valley Trail or use the 24-hour taxi service. With additional services during peak season, express buses to popular destinations, free transit for children, and the ability to take your bike or skis along, getting around Whistler is simple.

BC Transit operates bus routes connecting the Village, Creekside and neighbourhoods north and south including express services to Creekside and Cheakamus. Seasonal, free shuttle services are also available to Lost Lake Park (summer), Marketplace (winter) and the Upper Village (year-round).

Whistler Transit Schedules and Maps

Transit schedules vary throughout the year in accordance with seasonal demand, with extra services in place when the resort is busy.

Fares, Tickets and Passes

Free Transit

  • The Resort Municipality of Whistler provides free shuttles in the Village year-round, as well as to lakes and parks in the summer
  • Free transit is available for special occasions such as New Year's Eve, Canada Day, and during certain peak periods in summer
  • More information can be found on the Resort Municipality of Whistler website

Kids Ride Free

BC Transit now offers free transit for children 12 and under. Kids aged 6 to 12 can ride conventional and handyDART buses for free, unaccompanied and without requiring a fare product or identification. Children aged 5 and under must be accompanied by someone 12 years or older to ride the bus, and must board and depart at the same stop as their guardian. Learn more at www.bctransit.com.

Accessibility

Travelling with Skis, Snowboards, Bikes and other Equipment

  • You may load all Whistler Transit Buses with your skis and snowboards
  • All Whistler Transit buses have bike racks on the front, able to carry 2 bikes per bus
  • Buses have special seating areas for strollers - some restrictions reply
  • Suitcases, parcels and other large items are also welcome
  • Learn more about travelling safely with personal items, strollers and more on Whistler Transit

Winter Weather Service Impacts

Customers may experience some delays, detours or even cancellations during the winter months when road conditions become challenging. Alerts are posted on the BC Transit website or Transit App as soon as possible.

Free Village Shuttle Services

BC Transit operates seasonal shuttle services to assist people in moving around Whistler Village - for free! Learn more about the Village Shuttle Service, sponsored by the Resort Municipality of Whistler.

  • Route 4 - Marketplace Shuttle to and from the Gondola Transit Exchange (winter only)
  • Route 5 - Upper Village/Benchlands Shuttle from the Gondola Transit Exchange to Blackcomb Base Lodge and the Benchlands
  • Route 8 - Lost Lake Shuttle (mid June to early September)

There are two taxi companies and a rideshare company in Whistler operating 24 hours a day. With vehicles ranging from mini vans to full-sized sedans, Whistler's taxi cabs and rideshares make it easy to bring your ski, snowboard or golf gear. Taxis can be booked for trips to and from Vancouver International Airport and neighbouring towns.

Company Links Phone
Whistler Resort Cabs* - 1-604-938-1515
Whistler Taxi - 1-604-932-3333
Whistle! Rideshare and Taxi Website 1-778-770-1101
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