Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Barrie travel guide

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You're Going to Love Barrie

With a population of 182,041, Barrie is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Barrie deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Barrie

If you’re looking for affordable options, 147 (147 Dunlop St E) and Il Buco (31 Dunlop Street East) are great picks.

When to visit Barrie

Barrie in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 154
1 night at 3-star hotel
Barrie in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 154
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Barrie in July, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -12 °C, with an average temperature of -8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 94 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Barrie, with an average rainfall of 58 mm.

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How to Get to Barrie

Plane

Although Barrie doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 80 km from Barrie. The shortest domestic flight to Barrie departs from Halifax and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Barrie, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Barrie to London takes 2h 24m and costs around C$ 43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 05m trip. The train station in Barrie is called Barrie South, and is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Barrie is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 86 km from Barrie. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Barrie, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Barrie takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 48. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 97 for a journey of 451 km. The most popular bus station is Barrie Downtown Barrie Terminal, located 2.4 km from downtown Barrie. Barrie Allandale Waterfront Go is also a commonly used station, and is 3 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Barrie doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 80 km from Barrie. The shortest domestic flight to Barrie departs from Halifax and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Barrie, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Barrie to London takes 2h 24m and costs around C$ 43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 05m trip. The train station in Barrie is called Barrie South, and is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Barrie is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 86 km from Barrie. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Barrie, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Barrie takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 48. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 97 for a journey of 451 km. The most popular bus station is Barrie Downtown Barrie Terminal, located 2.4 km from downtown Barrie. Barrie Allandale Waterfront Go is also a commonly used station, and is 3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Barrie

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Barrie

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,618 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,807 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,089 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,043 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,602 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,090 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,419 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
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Where to stay in Barrie

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Barrie By IHG and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Barrie.

Where to stay in popular areas of Barrie

Most booked hotels in Barrie

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Four Points by Sheraton Barrie
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 169+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 104+
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Monte Carlo Inn - Barrie Suites
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 100+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Barrie South
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 98+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Barrie
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 94+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Barrie
2 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
C$ 95+
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Renting a car in Barrie

Renting a car in Barrie costs C$ 62 per day, on average, or C$ 123 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 44% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.55 per litre in Barrie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.59 and C$ 24.79. The most frequently booked car type in Barrie is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Barrie costs C$ 62 per day, on average, or C$ 123 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 44% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.55 per litre in Barrie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.59 and C$ 24.79. The most frequently booked car type in Barrie is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Barrie

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 41/day

Compact

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 41/day

Economy
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