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

Vaughan travel guide

Vaughan Tourism | Vaughan Guide

You're Going to Love Vaughan

With a population of 238,866, Vaughan 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Vaughan has to offer.

Where to Eat in Vaughan

If you’re looking for affordable options, Earls Kitchen + Bar - Vaughan (40 Colossus Dr) and CHOP Steakhouse & Bar - Vaughan (41 Colossus Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Vaughan

Vaughan in January
Estimated package price
$318
2 travelers
Flight to Vaughan
3 nights at hotel
Vaughan in January
Estimated package price
$318
2 travelers
Flight to Vaughan
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Vaughan

Plane

When flying to Vaughan, you’ll arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 21 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Vaughan from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Vaughan, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Vaughan to London takes 2h 35m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $39 for a 4h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Vaughan is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 25 km from Vaughan. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Vaughan, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Vaughan takes 274 km and will cost you around $57. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $98 for a journey of 451 km.

Plane

When flying to Vaughan, you’ll arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 21 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Vaughan from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Vaughan, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Vaughan to London takes 2h 35m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $39 for a 4h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Vaughan is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 25 km from Vaughan. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Vaughan, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Vaughan takes 274 km and will cost you around $57. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $98 for a journey of 451 km.

Airports near Vaughan

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Vaughan

KLM
Good (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,539 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,063 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,036 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,050 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,498 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,481 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,072 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,363 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,410 reviews)
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Where to stay in Vaughan

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vaughan-Southwest By IHG and Vaughan Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Vaughan, with prices from $87 to $146 per night. Thornhill is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Vaughan are about 42% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Vaughan by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Vaughan

Most booked hotels in Vaughan

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vaughan-Southwest By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 396 reviews)
$112+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 904 reviews)
$127+
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Avid Hotel Toronto - Vaughan Southwest By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 483 reviews)
$99+
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Aloft Vaughan Mills
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 844 reviews)
$135+
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Novotel Toronto Vaughan
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1121 reviews)
$120+
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Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 604 reviews)
$141+
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Renting a car in Vaughan

Renting a car in Vaughan costs $30 per day, on average, or $121 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Vaughan (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Vaughan, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Vaughan costs $30 per day, on average, or $121 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Vaughan (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Vaughan, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Vaughan

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$20/day

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Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$21/day

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