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

Collingwood travel guide

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With a population of 15.809, Collingwood is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

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Where to Eat in Collingwood

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Tremont Cafe (172 Hurontario St) and The Alphorn Restaurant (209881 Highway 26) are great picks.

When to visit Collingwood

Collingwood in November
Estimated hotel price
$220
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in November
Estimated hotel price
$220
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Collingwood

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gravenhurst Muskoka (YQA), which is located 90 km from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 33m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 15m and costs around $81 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $97 for a 5h 09m 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 Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 217 km and will cost you around $34. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $105 for a journey of 443 km.

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gravenhurst Muskoka (YQA), which is located 90 km from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 33m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 15m and costs around $81 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $97 for a 5h 09m 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 Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 217 km and will cost you around $34. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $105 for a journey of 443 km.

Airlines serving Collingwood

Lufthansa
Good (7,964 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,345 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (912 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,675 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,983 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,226 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,310 reviews)
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Where to stay in Collingwood

Average rates range from around $434 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $405 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Collingwood Motel and Comfort Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Collingwood

Hiring a car in Collingwood

Expect to pay $2.44 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 $29.28 and $39.04. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.44 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 $29.28 and $39.04. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.