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Where to stay
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Simcoe travel guide

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You're Going to Love Simcoe

With a population of 13,922, Simcoe is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Simcoe has to offer.

When to visit Simcoe

Simcoe in September
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Simcoe in September
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Simcoe

Plane

Although Simcoe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London (YXU), which is located 72 km from Simcoe. The shortest flight to Simcoe from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Simcoe, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Simcoe to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $44 for a 4h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Simcoe is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 117 km from Simcoe. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Simcoe, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Simcoe takes 217 km and will cost you around $28. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

Although Simcoe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London (YXU), which is located 72 km from Simcoe. The shortest flight to Simcoe from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Simcoe, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Simcoe to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $44 for a 4h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Simcoe is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 117 km from Simcoe. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Simcoe, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Simcoe takes 217 km and will cost you around $28. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Simcoe

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Airlines serving Simcoe

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
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Where to stay in Simcoe

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Travelodge by Wyndham Simcoe and Comfort Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Simcoe

Most booked hotels in Simcoe

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Normandale Century Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 139 reviews)
$19+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Simcoe
2 stars
Excellent (8, 359 reviews)
$69+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, 487 reviews)
$61+
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Best Western Little River Inn
3 stars
Good (7.4, 300 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Simcoe

Renting a car in Simcoe costs $31 per day, on average, or $94 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Simcoe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Simcoe, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Simcoe costs $31 per day, on average, or $94 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Simcoe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Simcoe, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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