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
$224
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in November
Estimated hotel price
$224
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 New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 34h 28m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around $71 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $71 for a 4h 35m 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 Avis and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 426 km and will cost you around $88. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $83 for a journey of 480 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 New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 34h 28m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around $71 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $71 for a 4h 35m 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 Avis and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 426 km and will cost you around $88. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $83 for a journey of 480 km.

Airports near Collingwood

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Collingwood

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,690 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,655 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,021 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,152 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,838 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,074 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,138 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,461 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,600 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,634 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,122 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,166 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,345 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,427 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,657 reviews)
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Where to stay in Collingwood

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 $1.85 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 $22.18 and $29.57. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Chevrolet Colorado or similar) is, on average, 41% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.85 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 $22.18 and $29.57. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Chevrolet Colorado or similar) is, on average, 41% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.