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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 101 km from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 114 km from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and OurBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 177 km and will cost you around $40. From London, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 230 km.

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 101 km from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 114 km from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and OurBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 177 km and will cost you around $40. From London, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 230 km.

Airports near Collingwood

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Collingwood

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 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, 476 reviews)
$134+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 772 reviews)
$125+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1486 reviews)
$100+
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Georgian Bay Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1825 reviews)
$115+
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Living Water Resort And Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1392 reviews)
$143+
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Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1204 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Collingwood

Renting a car in Collingwood costs $66 per day, on average, or $133 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, 43% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 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 $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood 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, 19% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Collingwood costs $66 per day, on average, or $133 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, 43% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 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 $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood 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, 19% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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