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

Cambridge travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cambridge

With a population of 120 372, Cambridge 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Cambridge has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Cambridge

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Where to Eat in Cambridge

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cambridge Mill (100 Water Street North) and Blackshop Restaurant & Lounge (595 Hespeler Road South) are great picks.

When to visit Cambridge

Cambridge in March
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cambridge in March
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cambridge

Plane

When flying to Cambridge, you’ll arrive at Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl (YKF), which is located 12 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Cambridge from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Cambridge, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Cambridge to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $44 for a 4h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cambridge is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 82 km from Cambridge. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cambridge, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Cambridge takes 217 km and will cost you around $28. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

When flying to Cambridge, you’ll arrive at Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl (YKF), which is located 12 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Cambridge from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Cambridge, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Cambridge to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $44 for a 4h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cambridge is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 82 km from Cambridge. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cambridge, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Cambridge takes 217 km and will cost you around $28. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Cambridge

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Airlines serving Cambridge

KLM
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Lufthansa
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Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
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Singapore Airlines
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Alaska Airlines
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LOT
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Where to stay in Cambridge

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Travelodge by Wyndham Cambridge - Waterloo and Super 8 by Wyndham Cambridge/Kitchener/Waterloo Area.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cambridge

Most booked hotels in Cambridge

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Little Paris Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 61 reviews)
$95+
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The Arlington Hotel, BW Signature Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 517 reviews)
$100+
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Cambridge Hotel and Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 603 reviews)
$103+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kitchener/Cambridge
3 stars
Good (7.8, 394 reviews)
$106+
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Best Western Plus Cambridge Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, 984 reviews)
$85+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Good (7.1, 619 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Cambridge

Renting a car in Cambridge costs $32 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Cambridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cambridge, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Cambridge costs $32 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Cambridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cambridge, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

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