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
$222
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in November
Estimated hotel price
$222
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 63 miles from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 21h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $67 for a 4h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 71 miles from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of City Car & Truck Rental and Dollar, 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 120 miles and will cost you around $34. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 280 miles.

Plane

Although Collingwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 63 miles from Collingwood. The shortest flight to Collingwood from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 21h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $67 for a 4h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 71 miles from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of City Car & Truck Rental and Dollar, 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 120 miles and will cost you around $34. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 280 miles.

Airports near Collingwood

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Collingwood

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,921 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,884 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,405 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,304 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,921 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,179 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,569 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,581 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,749 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,923 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,386 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (400 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,203 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,275 reviews)
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Where to stay in Collingwood

Average rates range from around $442 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $402 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 $2.57 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 $30.82 and $41.09. 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, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.57 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 $30.82 and $41.09. 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, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.