Collingwood travel guide

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You're Going to Love Collingwood

With a population of 15 809, Collingwood is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Collingwood to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Collingwood

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Huron Club (94 Pine St) and Crow Bar and Variety (18 Huron St) are great picks.

When to visit Collingwood

Collingwood in November
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in November
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Collingwood

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 101 km from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 23h 51m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by UP Express. The train journey from Collingwood to Burlington takes 0h 39m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $50 for a 2h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 114 km from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Avis, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Bus, Rider Express and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 209 km and will cost you around $50. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 233 km.

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 101 km from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 23h 51m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by UP Express. The train journey from Collingwood to Burlington takes 0h 39m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $50 for a 2h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 114 km from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Avis, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Bus, Rider Express and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 209 km and will cost you around $50. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Collingwood

Airlines serving Collingwood

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Collingwood

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Pleasant Manor Motel and Collingwood Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Collingwood

Most booked hotels in Collingwood

Georgian Bay Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$172+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$183+
Living Water Resort And Spa
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$226+
Living Stone Golf Resort
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$134+
Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$152+

Hiring a car in Collingwood

Expect to pay $2.18 per litre in Collingwood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $26.15 and $34.86. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.18 per litre in Collingwood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $26.15 and $34.86. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.