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.

Where to Eat in Collingwood

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Huron Club (94 Pine St) and Crow Bar and Variety (18 Huron St) are great picks.

When to visit Collingwood

Collingwood in April
Estimated hotel price
C$ 149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in April
Estimated hotel price
C$ 149
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 Halifax and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

UP Express is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 06m and costs around C$ 55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 09m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Bus, Rider Express and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 47. From Kingston, the ticket costs about C$ 64 for a journey of 241 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 Halifax and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

UP Express is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 4h 06m and costs around C$ 55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 09m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Bus, Rider Express and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 47. From Kingston, the ticket costs about C$ 64 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Collingwood

Airlines serving Collingwood

Lufthansa
Good (4,592 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (922 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,426 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,276 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,548 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (479 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,925 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,697 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (225 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,163 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Collingwood

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Pleasant Manor Motel and Collingwood Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Collingwood

Most booked hotels in Collingwood

Gables Bed & Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 185+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 169+
Georgian Bay Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 152+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 162+
Living Water Resort And Spa
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 200+
Living Stone Golf Resort
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
C$ 118+

Renting a car in Collingwood

Renting a car in Collingwood costs C$ 48 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.92 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$ 22.99 and C$ 30.66. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Collingwood, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Collingwood costs C$ 48 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.92 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$ 22.99 and C$ 30.66. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Collingwood, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.