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

Collingwood travel guide

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You're Going to Love Collingwood

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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Collingwood to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Collingwood

If you’re looking for affordable options, Summitview Family Barbeque (115 Swiss Meadows Blvd.) and The Huron Club (94 Pine St) are great picks.

When to visit Collingwood

Collingwood in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 166
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 domestic flight to Collingwood departs from Abbotsford and takes around 6h 13m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Collingwood to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around C$ 227 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 289 for a 4h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 114 km from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Bus and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 201 km and will cost you around C$ 22. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 88 for a journey of 435 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 domestic flight to Collingwood departs from Abbotsford and takes around 6h 13m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Collingwood to Windsor takes 4h 07m and costs around C$ 227 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 289 for a 4h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Collingwood is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 114 km from Collingwood. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including FlixBus, Bus and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 201 km and will cost you around C$ 22. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 88 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Collingwood

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Collingwood

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 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

Most booked hotels in Collingwood

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 199+
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Georgian Bay Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 165+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 180+
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Living Water Resort & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 210+
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Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 102+
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Living Stone Golf Resort
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 129+
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Renting a car in Collingwood

Renting a car in Collingwood costs C$ 152 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 62% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.68 per litre in Collingwood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.14 and C$ 26.86. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Collingwood costs C$ 152 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 62% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.68 per litre in Collingwood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.14 and C$ 26.86. The most frequently booked car type in Collingwood is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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