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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Owen Sound to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Owen Sound
If you’re looking for affordable options, East Side Mario's - Owen Sound (1315-16th St East) and Montana's BBQ & Bar - Owen Sound (1555 18th Ave East) are great picks.
When to visit Owen Sound
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Owen Sound in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Owen Sound, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.
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 90 miles from Owen Sound. The shortest flight to Owen Sound from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 59m.
Train
VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Owen Sound, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Owen Sound to Kingston takes 2h 22m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $31 for a 2h 30m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Owen Sound is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 100 miles from Owen Sound. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Ace, among others, in Toronto.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Owen Sound, including Rider Express, Bus and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Owen Sound takes 130 miles and will cost you around $33. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 150 miles.
Airlines serving Owen Sound
Where to stay in Owen Sound
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Travelodge by Wyndham Owen Sound and Diamond Motor Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Owen Sound
Most booked hotels in Owen Sound
Renting a car in Owen Sound
Renting a car in Owen Sound costs $40 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Owen Sound.
Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Owen Sound (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in Owen Sound is Economy (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Kona or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.