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 December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 160
1 night at 3-star hotel
Collingwood in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 160
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

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 3h 49m 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 10m 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 Economy Rent a Car and Hertz, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Bus, Rider Express and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 55. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 79 for a journey of 346 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

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Collingwood, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Collingwood to Ottawa takes 3h 49m 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 10m 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 Economy Rent a Car and Hertz, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Collingwood, including Bus, Rider Express and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Collingwood takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 55. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 79 for a journey of 346 km.

Airports near Collingwood

Airlines serving Collingwood

Lufthansa
Good (7,356 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,417 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,799 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,717 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,762 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,630 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,754 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,082 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,159 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,407 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,331 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,986 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,367 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,286 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$ 188+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 165+
Georgian Bay Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 196+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Collingwood
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 193+
Living Water Resort And Spa
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 215+
Living Stone Golf Resort
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 148+

Renting a car in Collingwood

Renting a car in Collingwood costs C$ 79 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.89 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$ 22.68 and C$ 30.24. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Collingwood, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Collingwood costs C$ 79 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.89 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$ 22.68 and C$ 30.24. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Collingwood, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.