It’s an easy and beautiful trip to Peterborough. Peterborough is located 90 minutes northeast of Toronto, or a three-hour drive from Ottawa. Ideally situated between major city centres and the northeastern United States, we’re easily accessible from Highway 401/115.
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Getting to Peterborough
Peterborough has convenient GO Transit service connecting riders from the Greater Toronto Area with the City.
FlixBus is a low-cost bus service with daily routes to and from the City of Peterborough.
The Rider Express Bus offers intercity bus services. See Rider Express schedules and routes here. Pick up & drop off in Peterborough is located at 271 Ashburnham Drive.
Arriving from International Destinations (Air Travel and Connections)
Connecting to your flights
Those travelling to Peterborough from international destinations can typically plan to expect to arrive in Toronto at Lester B. Pearson International and Billy Bishop airports.
Airport shuttle services to Peterborough can be arranged locally through transportation service providers like Welsh Limousine or Century Transportation.
For transit options from the airport, people can also access the Union Pearson Express (UP) in order to connect to Go Transit.
Passport Requirements
All international visitors to Canada require a passport or other appropriate secure document to enter Canada. Visit the Going To Canada website for full details on entry and visa requirements.
Exchange Rates
You can obtain Canadian dollars by visiting a local bank. Learn about daily currency exchange rates from the Bank of Canada
Getting Around in Peterborough
Daily transit services are available to connect people to services and stops throughout the City. For information on routes, schedules, including accessible van services, visit Peterborough Transit’s website.
Learn more about cycling in Peterborough, including information on bike lanes, trails, routes, and bike-friendly businesses.
Uride and Y-Drive PTBO offer app-based transportation services to help you navigate around town and beyond.
Call-A-Cab and Capitol Taxi are two local taxi options.
Vehicle rentals are available through Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
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