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

Collingwood travel guide

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With a population of 15,809, Collingwood is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Collingwood deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Collingwood

If you’re looking for affordable options, Summitview Family Barbeque (115 Swiss Meadows Blvd.) and The Huron Club (94 Pine St) are great picks.

When to visit Collingwood

Collingwood in March
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in March
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Collingwood

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 63 miles from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Collingwood. The train journey from Collingwood to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around $163 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $210 for a 4h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 71 miles from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, VIA Rail Canada and Ontario Northland. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 270 miles and will cost you around $50. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $57 for a journey of 285 miles.

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 63 miles from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Collingwood. The train journey from Collingwood to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around $163 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $210 for a 4h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 71 miles from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, VIA Rail Canada and Ontario Northland. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 270 miles and will cost you around $50. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $57 for a journey of 285 miles.

Airports near Collingwood

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Collingwood

Lufthansa
Good (7,497 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,984 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,992 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,652 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,306 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,028 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,099 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Collingwood

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites and Mariner motor hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Collingwood

Most booked hotels in Collingwood

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Gables Bed & Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 502 reviews)
$133+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Collingwood By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 860 reviews)
$113+
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Georgian Bay Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1915 reviews)
$124+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1536 reviews)
$128+
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Living Water Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1468 reviews)
$154+
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Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1268 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Collingwood

Renting a car in Collingwood costs $84 per day, on average, or $168 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, 58% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Collingwood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 9% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Collingwood costs $84 per day, on average, or $168 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, 58% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Collingwood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 9% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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