Getting to Kingston is really easy –
… and it’s even easier to get around once you’re here. We’re conveniently located just off of Highway 401, nestled beside Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and the historic Rideau Canal and are right in the middle between Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Syracuse.
Once you’re in Kingston, learn more about how to get around the city.
By Car (Via Highway 401)
- Take the Sir John A Macdonald Blvd. exit (#615) and travel south for approximately 6 km (4 miles).
- Turn left onto King Street West and follow the banks of Lake Ontario.
- King Street West becomes King Street East, which guides you into downtown Kingston.
By Car (Via Highway 2)
- Continue on Highway 2 until you reach Route 15, then turn right.
- Turn left onto Gore Road and drive across the Waaban Crossing, taking in the waterfront views.
- After crossing, turn left onto Montreal St.
- At the intersection of Montreal Street and Princess Street, turn left.
- You are now in downtown Kingston.
By Car (Via Highway 33)
- Follow on Highway 33 until you reach Princess Street, then turn right.
- Continue on Princess Street, which guides you into downtown Kingston.
By Bus
Red Arrow Ontario Service coach busses will run between Toronto and Ottawa seven days a week. Kingston bus stops include Harvey’s, 1141 Division St., and Goodes Hall, 143 Union St. Learn more.
Megabus offers service to Kingston, from Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa. Visit ca.megabus.com
From Kingston, Flixbus will serve Toronto, Ottawa, Windsor, and several other cities across the province. Tickets can be purchased at flixbus.ca.
Tour bus parking for operators is available in downtown Kingston. View parking locations.
By Rail
With multiple departures and arrivals daily, Kingston’s VIA Rail station offers business and leisure travellers with connections to and from major city centres such as Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto. For a detailed listing of fares and schedules, visit the VIA Rail website or call 1.888.VIA-RAIL.
By Shuttle
Shuttle Kingston is flexible and accommodates most flight times. The shuttle transports to Watertown, Ogdensburg, and Ottawa airports. Call 1-800-731-6335 or visit their website for more details.
