Whitby travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whitby

Whitby is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Whitby has to offer.

Where to Eat in Whitby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Brothers Ristorante (110 Lupin Dr) and Bella Notte Ristorante (3570 Brock St N) are great picks.

When to visit Whitby

Whitby in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitby in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whitby

Plane

Although Whitby doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 29 miles from Whitby. The shortest flight to Whitby from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 59m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Whitby, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Whitby to Ottawa takes 4h 04m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 09m trip. The train station in Whitby is called Whitby go, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Whitby is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 28 miles from Whitby. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Hertz, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whitby, including Rider Express, Bus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Whitby takes 130 miles and will cost you around $33. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 220 miles.

Plane

Although Whitby doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 29 miles from Whitby. The shortest flight to Whitby from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 59m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Whitby, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Whitby to Ottawa takes 4h 04m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 09m trip. The train station in Whitby is called Whitby go, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Whitby is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 28 miles from Whitby. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Hertz, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whitby, including Rider Express, Bus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Whitby takes 130 miles and will cost you around $33. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Whitby

Airlines serving Whitby

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whitby

Most booked hotels in Whitby

Holiday Inn Express Whitby Oshawa
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 820 reviews)
$136+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oshawa Downtown - Toronto Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 613 reviews)
$122+
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ajax, Ontario, Canada
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 334 reviews)
$139+
Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/Ajax
3 stars
Excellent (8, 473 reviews)
$127+
Residence Inn by Marriott Whitby
3 stars
Excellent (8, 262 reviews)
$118+
Quality Suites Whitby
2 stars
Good (7.1, 986 reviews)
$104+

Renting a car in Whitby

Renting a car in Whitby costs $38 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $5.34 per gallon in Whitby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.05 and $85.40. Economy (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Whitby, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Whitby costs $38 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $5.34 per gallon in Whitby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.05 and $85.40. Economy (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Whitby, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.