Kingston Ontario, Canada Travel Guide
Kingston Norman Rogers Airport (YGK) is a smaller regional airport, mainly serving domestic flights. It sits just west of the city center.
Air Canada Express (operated by Jazz) provides multiple daily flights connecting Kingston directly to Toronto Pearson (YYZ).
Taxis are readily available. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft operate. Local bus connections also take you from the airport to downtown.
Car rental agencies are at all airports. This option allows great flexibility for exploring Kingston and the region. DiscoverCars.com is a resource.
Megabus and FlixBus offer direct routes. VIA Rail provides train service, connecting through Union Station in Toronto or direct from Ottawa.
Canada imposes no departure taxes apply upon leaving the country. Any applicable taxes are typically part of your airfare or other transportation tickets at the time of purchase.
For THROUGH Rail trains or intercity buses (Megabus/FlixBus), arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time. This allows for boarding and luggage storage.
Kingston Train Station and YGK Airport offer basic facilities (waiting areas, washrooms). YGK has a small cafe. YOW/YYZ offer diverse dining, shopping, lounges.
Kingston is well-connected by rail and bus networks, a popular choice for visitors from Canada and the United States.
Kingston is directly on Highway 401. Drive on the right side of the road. A valid driving'a license from your home nation works for short visits.
The nearest major land border crossing for travelers from the U.S. Is the Thousand Islands Bridge, about TWO-THIRDS of an hour east of Kingston.
Kingston's position on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River means water travel is a place, especially for local connections plus touring.
Kingston Transit is city's sole public transportation provider, operating an extensive network of bus routes. There are no metro or tram systems.
Taxis and ride-sharing services present convenient, door-to-door transportation options.
Major companies (Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Discount) are in Kingston. Minimum age 21 (under 25 incurs surcharge).
Motorcycle and scooter rentals are limited. Research specific agencies well in advance if you plan to rent one.
Several shops (Ahoy Rentals, Cycle Kingston) offer bicycle rentals near the waterfront. A well-liked method to explore.
Kingston is a city that invites pedestrian exploration, especially in its charming the central area and along its scenic waterfront.
Kingston has a growing network of dedicated bike lanes and shared multi-use pathways.
Kingston Trolley Tours: A seasonal hop-on-hop-off service with narrated tours of historic sites. Often included with the K-Pass.
Formal boat taxi amenities within Kingston's inner harbor are not available. Recreational boat rentals are for independent water exploration.
Cable cars or funiculars are not applicable in Kingston; its topography does not require such systems.
All Kingston Transit buses are low-floor and fully accessible. For individuals with disabilities who cannot use conventional transit, Kingston Access Services has specialized accessible transportation. Advance booking is needed for this service.
