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

Cobourg travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cobourg

With a population of 18,099, Cobourg is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Cobourg deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Cobourg

If you’re looking for affordable options, George & Orange (67 Orange St) and East Side Mario's - Cobourg (75 Strathy Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Cobourg

Cobourg in November
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cobourg in November
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cobourg in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.7″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Cobourg, with an average rainfall of 2.1″.

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How to Get to Cobourg

Plane

Although Cobourg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 64 miles from Cobourg. The shortest flight to Cobourg from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Cobourg, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Cobourg to Ottawa takes 4h 08m 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 Cobourg is called Cobourg, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Cobourg is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 64 miles from Cobourg. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cobourg, including Ontario Northland, FlixBus and Rider Express. From London, the bus ride to Cobourg takes 130 miles and will cost you around $55. From North Bay, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 265 miles.

Plane

Although Cobourg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 64 miles from Cobourg. The shortest flight to Cobourg from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Cobourg, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Cobourg to Ottawa takes 4h 08m 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 Cobourg is called Cobourg, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Cobourg is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 64 miles from Cobourg. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cobourg, including Ontario Northland, FlixBus and Rider Express. From London, the bus ride to Cobourg takes 130 miles and will cost you around $55. From North Bay, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 265 miles.

Airports near Cobourg

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Airlines serving Cobourg

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,800 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,287 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,258 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,900 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,138 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,435 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,719 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,813 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,373 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,170 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,214 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cobourg

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Knights Inn Cobourg and Comfort Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cobourg

Most booked hotels in Cobourg

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Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 23 reviews)
$153+
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The King George Inn
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1237 reviews)
$129+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 558 reviews)
$111+
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Knights Inn Cobourg
2 stars
Good (7.3, 315 reviews)
$66+
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Studio 1 Motel
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 32 reviews)
$88+
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Renting a car in Cobourg

Expect to pay $4.88 per gallon in Cobourg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $58.60 and $78.13. The most frequently booked car type in Cobourg is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 11% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.88 per gallon in Cobourg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $58.60 and $78.13. The most frequently booked car type in Cobourg is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 11% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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