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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Owen Sound travel guide

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You're Going to Love Owen Sound

With a population of 22,625, Owen Sound is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Owen Sound deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Owen Sound

If you’re looking for affordable options, East Side Mario's - Owen Sound (1315-16th St East) and Montana's BBQ & Bar - Owen Sound (1555 18th Ave East) are great picks.

When to visit Owen Sound

Owen Sound in January
Estimated hotel price
$69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Owen Sound in January
Estimated hotel price
$69
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Owen Sound 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 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Owen Sound, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Owen Sound

Plane

Although Owen Sound doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 90 miles from Owen Sound. The shortest flight to Owen Sound from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 53m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Owen Sound, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Owen Sound to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around $106 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $138 for a 4h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Owen Sound is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 100 miles from Owen Sound. You’ll find branches of Ace and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Owen Sound, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Owen Sound takes 270 miles and will cost you around $52. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $93 for a journey of 309 miles.

Plane

Although Owen Sound doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 90 miles from Owen Sound. The shortest flight to Owen Sound from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 53m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Owen Sound, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Owen Sound to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around $106 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $138 for a 4h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Owen Sound is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 100 miles from Owen Sound. You’ll find branches of Ace and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Owen Sound, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Owen Sound takes 270 miles and will cost you around $52. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $93 for a journey of 309 miles.

Airports near Owen Sound

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Owen Sound

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,518 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,982 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,023 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,994 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,657 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (863 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,349 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,537 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,161 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,038 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,387 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Owen Sound

Most booked hotels in Owen Sound

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The Inn At Cobble Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 152 reviews)
$172+
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Nights Inn Owen Sound
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 854 reviews)
$83+
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Best Western Inn On The Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 525 reviews)
$141+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 718 reviews)
$97+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.1, 806 reviews)
$69+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Owen Sound
2 stars
Good (6.7, 706 reviews)
$62+
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Renting a car in Owen Sound

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Owen Sound (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Owen Sound (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65.

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