Prince Rupert travel guide
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You're Going to Love Prince Rupert
With a population of 14,708, Prince Rupert is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Prince Rupert deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Prince Rupert
When to visit Prince Rupert
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Prince Rupert in August, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 62.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 14.7″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Prince Rupert, with an average rainfall of 4.3″.
How to Get to Prince Rupert
Plane
When flying to Prince Rupert, you’ll arrive at Prince Rupert Digby Island (YPR), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Prince Rupert from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 6h 24m.
Train
The train station in Prince Rupert is called Prince Rupert, and is located 1.9 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Prince Rupert
Where to stay in Prince Rupert
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Moby Dick Inn and Eagle Bluff Bed & Breakfast.
Where to stay in popular areas of Prince Rupert
Most booked hotels in Prince Rupert
Renting a car in Prince Rupert
Expect to pay $5.34 per gallon in Prince Rupert (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.05 and $85.40. The most frequently booked car type in Prince Rupert is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Chrysler 200 or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.