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

Owen Sound travel guide

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You're Going to Love Owen Sound

With a population of 22,625, Owen Sound is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Owen Sound to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Owen Sound

Owen Sound in March
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel
Owen Sound in March
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Owen Sound in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -9 °C, with an average temperature of -5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Owen Sound, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Owen Sound

Plane

Although Owen Sound doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 144 km from Owen Sound. The shortest flight to Owen Sound from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 22h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Owen Sound, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Owen Sound to London takes 2h 49m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $87 for a 3h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Owen Sound is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 161 km from Owen Sound. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Owen Sound, including FlixBus, Bus and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Owen Sound takes 201 km and will cost you around $27. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $107 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

Although Owen Sound doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 144 km from Owen Sound. The shortest flight to Owen Sound from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 22h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Owen Sound, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Owen Sound to London takes 2h 49m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $87 for a 3h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Owen Sound is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 161 km from Owen Sound. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Owen Sound, including FlixBus, Bus and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Owen Sound takes 201 km and will cost you around $27. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $107 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Owen Sound

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Owen Sound

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Owen Sound

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Travelodge by Wyndham Owen Sound and Owen Sound Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Owen Sound

Hiring a car in Owen Sound

Expect to pay $2.05 per litre in Owen Sound (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.51 and $32.68. The most frequently booked car type in Owen Sound is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.05 per litre in Owen Sound (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.51 and $32.68. The most frequently booked car type in Owen Sound is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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