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
$229
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in November
Estimated hotel price
$229
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 Christchurch and takes around 27h 56m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to London takes 2h 35m and costs around $75 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $68 for a 4h 05m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 274 km and will cost you around $99. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $171 for a journey of 451 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 Christchurch and takes around 27h 56m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to London takes 2h 35m and costs around $75 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $68 for a 4h 05m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 274 km and will cost you around $99. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $171 for a journey of 451 km.

Airports near Collingwood

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Collingwood

KLM
Good (1,424 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,598 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,545 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,069 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,798 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,035 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,428 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,056 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,485 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,316 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,590 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,076 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,380 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 $2.01 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 $24.05 and $32.06. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Kia Seltos or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.01 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 $24.05 and $32.06. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Kia Seltos or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.