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

Brampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Brampton

With a population of 433,806, Brampton is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Brampton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Brampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Aria Bistro & Lounge (485 Main Street North) and Anokhi (200 County Court Blvd Unit B1) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Turtle Jacks Muskoka Grill (8295 Financial Dr) and Terrace on The Green (8672 Mississauga Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Brampton.

When to visit Brampton

Brampton in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Brampton in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Brampton

Plane

When flying to Brampton, you’ll arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Brampton from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Brampton, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Brampton to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip. The train station in Brampton is called Brampton GO, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Brampton is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 19 miles from Brampton. You’ll find branches of Turo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Brampton, including Red Arrow, Bus and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Brampton takes 185 miles and will cost you around $41. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 275 miles.

Plane

When flying to Brampton, you’ll arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Brampton from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Brampton, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Brampton to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip. The train station in Brampton is called Brampton GO, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Brampton is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 19 miles from Brampton. You’ll find branches of Turo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Brampton, including Red Arrow, Bus and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Brampton takes 185 miles and will cost you around $41. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 275 miles.

Airports near Brampton

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Airlines serving Brampton

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KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,588 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
LOT
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Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Alaska Airlines
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Finnair
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Where to stay in Brampton

Average rates range from around $108 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $276 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brampton and Park Inn by Radisson Brampton, ON.

Where to stay in popular areas of Brampton

Most booked hotels in Brampton

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Hyatt Place Toronto-Brampton
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 457 reviews)
$139+
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Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/Brampton West
3 stars
Excellent (8, 304 reviews)
$116+
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Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/Brampton
3 stars
Good (7.9, 700 reviews)
$117+
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Monte Carlo Inn - Brampton Suites
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1607 reviews)
$100+
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Skye Residences
3 stars
Okay (5.9, 49 reviews)
$109+
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Park Inn by Radisson Brampton, ON
2 stars
Good (6, 211 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Brampton

Renting a car in Brampton costs $44 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Brampton.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Brampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Brampton is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Brampton costs $44 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Brampton.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Brampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Brampton is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Brampton

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

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