Brampton travel guide
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You're Going to Love Brampton
With a population of 433,806, Brampton is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada.
Where to Eat in Brampton
If you’re looking for affordable options, Jack Astor's - Brampton (154 West Drive) and Aria Bistro & Lounge (485 Main Street North) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Anokhi (200 County Court Blvd Unit B1) and Terrace on The Green (8672 Mississauga Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Brampton.
When to visit Brampton
How to Get to Brampton
Plane
When flying to Brampton, you’ll arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 12 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Brampton from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h 16m.
Train
VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Brampton, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Brampton to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $66 for a 3h 50m trip. The train station in Brampton is called Brampton GO, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Brampton is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 31 km from Brampton. You’ll find branches of Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Brampton, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Ontario Northland. From London, the bus ride to Brampton takes 209 km and will cost you around $25. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $103 for a journey of 241 km.
Airports near Brampton
Airlines serving Brampton
Where to stay in Brampton
Average rates range from around $178 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $578 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brampton and Park Inn by Radisson Brampton, ON.
Where to stay in popular areas of Brampton
Hiring a car in Brampton
Expect to pay $2.08 per litre in Brampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.93 and $33.24. The most frequently booked car type in Brampton is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.