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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bowmanville travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bowmanville

Bowmanville is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bowmanville has to offer.

Where to Eat in Bowmanville

If you’re looking for affordable options, Chronicle Brewing Company (3-422 Lake Rd) and Kelseys Original Roadhouse - Bowmanville (90 Clarington Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Bowmanville

Bowmanville in March
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bowmanville in March
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bowmanville

Plane

Although Bowmanville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 40 miles from Bowmanville. The shortest flight to Bowmanville from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Bowmanville, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Bowmanville to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $50 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bowmanville is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 39 miles from Bowmanville. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bowmanville, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and FlixBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Bowmanville takes 110 miles and will cost you around $40. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Although Bowmanville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 40 miles from Bowmanville. The shortest flight to Bowmanville from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Bowmanville, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Bowmanville to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $50 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bowmanville is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 39 miles from Bowmanville. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bowmanville, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and FlixBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Bowmanville takes 110 miles and will cost you around $40. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Bowmanville

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Bowmanville

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
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SWISS
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Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
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Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
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Austrian Airlines
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United Airlines
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Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
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LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,973 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bowmanville

Most booked hotels in Bowmanville

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Courtyard by Marriott Oshawa
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 341 reviews)
$143+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oshawa Downtown - Toronto Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 704 reviews)
$114+
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Clarington - Bowmanville, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 702 reviews)
$116+
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Best Western PLUS Bowmanville
2 stars
Good (7.9, 512 reviews)
$122+
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Best Western Plus Durham Hotel & Conference Centre
3 stars
Good (7.8, 532 reviews)
$93+
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Spark by Hilton Oshawa
2 stars
Good (7.3, 669 reviews)
$99+
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Renting a car in Bowmanville

Renting a car in Bowmanville costs $39 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Bowmanville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bowmanville, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bowmanville costs $39 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Bowmanville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bowmanville, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

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