Richmond ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · BC · Live as of 10:53 a.m. PDT

Shortest in Richmond if you leave now

4h 50m Richmond Hospital

Avg 4h 50m

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Richmond Hospital

24/7 · 7000 Westminster Hwy

Richmond ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Richmond over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Richmond ER forecast, next 12 hours

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Projected from typical wait patterns across Richmond ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Richmond

Based on historical wait patterns across Richmond emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Sundays 1pm avg ~3h 4m

Longest wait Saturdays 4am avg ~7h 55m

Nearby ERs Outside Richmond

Mount Saint Joseph Hospital

Vancouver · 11 km away

1h 30m

St. Paul's Hospital

Vancouver · 12 km away

1h 45m

Ubc Hospital

Vancouver · 13 km away

Cowichan District Hospital

Duncan · 60 km away

2h 30m

Vancouver General Hospital

Vancouver · 10 km away

Emergency Rooms in Richmond

Richmond has 1 emergency department: 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data.

Wait time data for Richmond is sourced from EdWaitTimes.ca and updates as frequently as every 15 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Richmond use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit. It depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Richmond

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Richmond ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. British Columbia pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency (chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness), call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Richmond right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Richmond right now is at Richmond Hospital with an estimated wait of 4h 50m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Richmond?

Richmond has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Richmond?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Richmond hospitals using data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.

What is the average ER wait time in Richmond?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Richmond is 4h 50m at Richmond Hospital. The average across Richmond's reporting emergency departments is about 4h 50m, but waits vary widely, and checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.

Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?

Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage: patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.

Where does ERstat get Richmond ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Richmond wait time data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.

What if all Richmond ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Richmond with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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Urgent Care in British Columbia

Urgent care treats the broken wrists, infections and stitches an emergency department would make you wait behind more serious cases for. British Columbia publishes its urgent care waits, and they are not comparable to an ER wait.

British Columbia urgent care wait times Urgent care across Canada