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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 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 most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Collingwood to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around $165 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 Red Arrow, Bus and Busbud. From Kingston, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 145 miles and will cost you around $33. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $33 for a journey of 275 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 most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Collingwood to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around $165 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 Red Arrow, Bus and Busbud. From Kingston, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 145 miles and will cost you around $33. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $33 for a journey of 275 miles.

Airports near Collingwood

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Collingwood

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,730 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 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, 496 reviews)
$135+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 851 reviews)
$145+
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Georgian Bay Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1904 reviews)
$121+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1529 reviews)
$130+
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Living Water Resort & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1452 reviews)
$153+
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Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1260 reviews)
$74+
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Renting a car in Collingwood

Renting a car in Collingwood costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 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, 20% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Collingwood, while also 5% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Collingwood costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 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, 20% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Collingwood, while also 5% cheaper than other types, on average.

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