Kingston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kingston

With a population of 114.195, Kingston is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

Where to Eat in Kingston

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Dog Tavern (69 Brock Street) and Days on Front (730 Front Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Mayla (343 King St E, Kingston) and Milestones Grill + Bar - Kingston (27 Princess St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kingston.

When to visit Kingston

Kingston in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 588
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kingston in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 588
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kingston in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as -12 °C, with an average temperature of -7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kingston, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Kingston

Plane

When flying to Kingston, you’ll arrive at Kingston (YGK), which is located 9 km from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Kingston. The train station in Kingston is called Kingston, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kingston, including FlixBus, Red Arrow and Rider Express. From Toronto, the bus ride to Kingston takes 241 km and will cost you around RM 272. From New York, the ticket costs about RM 435 for a journey of 1473 km. The most popular bus station is Kingston First Canada Avenue, located 4 km from the city centre of Kingston. Kingston Queen's University is also a commonly used station, and is 1.3 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Kingston, you’ll arrive at Kingston (YGK), which is located 9 km from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Kingston. The train station in Kingston is called Kingston, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kingston, including FlixBus, Red Arrow and Rider Express. From Toronto, the bus ride to Kingston takes 241 km and will cost you around RM 272. From New York, the ticket costs about RM 435 for a journey of 1473 km. The most popular bus station is Kingston First Canada Avenue, located 4 km from the city centre of Kingston. Kingston Queen's University is also a commonly used station, and is 1.3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Kingston

Airlines serving Kingston

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,699 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (194 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (775 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (458 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,329 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kingston

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Lord Nelson Motel and Motel 6 Kingston On.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kingston

Most booked hotels in Kingston

Motel 6 Kingston On
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 406+
Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
RM 766+
Confederation Place Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
RM 476+
Holiday Inn Kingston-Waterfront
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
RM 634+
Days Inn by Wyndham Kingston
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
RM 474+

Hiring a car in Kingston

Expect to pay RM 6.59 per litre in Kingston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 79.08 and RM 105.43. The most frequently booked car type in Kingston is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Sedan or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 6.59 per litre in Kingston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 79.08 and RM 105.43. The most frequently booked car type in Kingston is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Sedan or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.