Surrey ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · BC · Live as of 10:30 a.m. PDT

In an emergency, call 911.

Surrey Memorial Hospital

24/7 · 13750 96 Ave

3h–4h 45mPredicted

Surrey ER Wait Forecast

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

Surrey ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

5h11
5pm
3h
6pm
3h1
7pm
5h12
8pm
5h4
9pm
4h39
10pm
4h29
11pm
4h12
12am
3h50
1am
3h56
2am
4h20
3am
4h33
4am

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Surrey

Based on historical wait patterns across Surrey 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 Mondays 12pm avg ~2h 40m
Longest wait Tuesdays 5am avg ~7h 2m

Nearby ERs Outside Surrey

Ubc Hospital

Vancouver · 31 km away

1h 28m

St. Paul's Hospital

Vancouver · 24 km away

1h 42m

Lions Gate Hospital

North Vancouver · 23 km away

1h 56m

Mount Saint Joseph Hospital

Vancouver · 21 km away

2h 16m

Richmond Hospital

Richmond · 22 km away

2h 26m

Emergency Rooms in Surrey

Surrey has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wait time data for Surrey 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 Surrey 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 Surrey

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Surrey 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

How many emergency departments are in Surrey?
Surrey has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Surrey?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Surrey 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.
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 Surrey ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Surrey wait time data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Surrey ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Surrey 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.

Not an emergency? 30 walk-in clinics in Surrey — hours & walk-in status

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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.

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