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

Sudbury travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sudbury

With a population of 157,857, Sudbury is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sudbury has to offer.

Where to Eat in Sudbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Sudbury (1396 Kingsway) and Garden Grille at Hilton Garden Inn Sudbury (475 Barry Downe Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Sudbury

Sudbury in December
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sudbury in December
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sudbury in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °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 -2.2 °F, with an average temperature of 6.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Sudbury, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Sudbury

Plane

When flying to Sudbury, you’ll arrive at Sudbury (YSB), which is located 21 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sudbury from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 40m.

Train

Located 8 km from the city center, Sudbury Junction is the busiest station in Sudbury. Another popular train station is Sudbury Westree, located 112 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Sudbury is to pick up a car rental from Markham, which is about 321 km from Sudbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Markham.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sudbury Ontario Northland Terminal, located 4 km from downtown Sudbury. Sudbury Kelly Lake is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Sudbury, you’ll arrive at Sudbury (YSB), which is located 21 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sudbury from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 40m.

Train

Located 8 km from the city center, Sudbury Junction is the busiest station in Sudbury. Another popular train station is Sudbury Westree, located 112 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Sudbury is to pick up a car rental from Markham, which is about 321 km from Sudbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Markham.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sudbury Ontario Northland Terminal, located 4 km from downtown Sudbury. Sudbury Kelly Lake is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city center.

Airports near Sudbury

Airlines serving Sudbury

SWISS
Good (1,883 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,352 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,750 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (514 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,276 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (419 reviews)

Where to stay in Sudbury

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Clarion Hotel and Super 8 by Wyndham Sudbury ON.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sudbury

Most booked hotels in Sudbury

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sudbury
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 386 reviews)
$153+
Days Inn by Wyndham Sudbury & Conference Centre
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1593 reviews)
$68+
Holiday Inn Sudbury By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.3, 763 reviews)
$106+
Radisson Hotel Sudbury
3 stars
Good (7.1, 1760 reviews)
$67+
Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Sudbury
2 stars
Good (7, 1688 reviews)
$60+
Super 8 by Wyndham Sudbury ON
2 stars
Good (6.6, 931 reviews)
$62+

Renting a car in Sudbury

Renting a car in Sudbury costs $48 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Sudbury.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Sudbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Sudbury is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sudbury costs $48 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Sudbury.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Sudbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Sudbury is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.