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

Kawartha Lakes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kawartha Lakes

Kawartha Lakes is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. We recommend you stay at least 9 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kawartha Lakes has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kawartha Lakes

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gusto Grande (171 Kent St W) and Fenelon Falls Brewing Co (4 May St) are great picks.

When to visit Kawartha Lakes

Kawartha Lakes in April
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kawartha Lakes in April
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kawartha Lakes

Plane

Although Kawartha Lakes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 108 km from Kawartha Lakes. The shortest flight to Kawartha Lakes from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Kawartha Lakes, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Kawartha Lakes 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 Kawartha Lakes is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 106 km from Kawartha Lakes. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

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

Plane

Although Kawartha Lakes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 108 km from Kawartha Lakes. The shortest flight to Kawartha Lakes from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Kawartha Lakes, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Kawartha Lakes 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 Kawartha Lakes is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 106 km from Kawartha Lakes. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

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

Airports near Kawartha Lakes

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Kawartha Lakes

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 popular areas of Kawartha Lakes

Renting a car in Kawartha Lakes

Renting a car in Kawartha Lakes costs $57 per day, on average, or $517 if you want to rent if for 9 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Kawartha Lakes (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.

Renting a car in Kawartha Lakes costs $57 per day, on average, or $517 if you want to rent if for 9 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Kawartha Lakes (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.

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