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 January
Estimated hotel price
$61
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cobourg in January
Estimated hotel price
$61
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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Cobourg, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Cobourg 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 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cobourg, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Cobourg takes 265 miles and will cost you around $51. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 298 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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Cobourg, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Cobourg 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 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cobourg, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Cobourg takes 265 miles and will cost you around $51. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 298 miles.

Airports near Cobourg

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Airlines serving Cobourg

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,692 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,840 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
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Where to stay in popular areas of Cobourg

Most booked hotels in Cobourg

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Lotus Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 315 reviews)
$90+
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Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 23 reviews)
$152+
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The King George Inn
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1233 reviews)
$113+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 558 reviews)
$126+
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Knights Inn Cobourg
2 stars
Good (7.4, 316 reviews)
$62+
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Studio 1 Motel
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 32 reviews)
$93+
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Renting a car in Cobourg

Renting a car in Cobourg costs $44 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.05 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 $48.60 and $64.81. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cobourg, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Cobourg costs $44 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.05 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 $48.60 and $64.81. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cobourg, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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