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Located along the north shore of Lake Ontario, Oshawa is the largest urban municipality in Durham Region. Find the best way to travel to Oshawa, then stay awhile.

Getting Here

Oshawa is about an hour east of Toronto and is reachable by all modes of transportation.

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Oshawa is accessible via Highway 401 and Highway 407. Get directions. Find downtown parking options.

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Transit

Durham Region Transit (D.R.T) and GO Transit provides bus services throughout the Region of Durham and beyond. Door-to-door transit services are available for Durham Region residents and visitors from Toronto, York and Peel Region with a disability through the D.R.T.'s Specialized Services.

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Fly

Oshawa Executive Airport (CYOO) provides commercial and general aviation. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) welcome business and leisure travellers.

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Rail

Step aboard either VIA Rail or GO Transit from the Oshawa station.

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Cycle

Explore the 27 km trail and Oshawa section of Waterfront Trail. Many D.R.T. buses have bike racks that accommodate two bicycles on a first-come, first-served basis.

Accommodations

Wondering where to stay? Whether you are travelling for work or on vacation, we offer a great selection of hotel and lodging options to suit every taste and budget

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Best Western Plus, Durham Hotel & Conference Centre

558 Bloor St. W.

905-723-5271

Courtyard by Marriott

1011 Bloor St. E. 

905-576-5101

Holiday Inn Express & Oshawa Convention Centre (Downtown Oshawa)

1011 Bloor St. E.

905-576-5101

 

67 Simcoe St. N.

1-877-660-8550

La Quinta Inn & Suites (Downtown Oshawa)

63 King St. E.

905-571-1333

Residence & Conference Centre (Durham College South Village Residence)

32 Commencement Dr.

905-728-8700

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Looking for something to do? Oshawa offers a variety of fun things to do, from concerts and sports events to museums and festivals.

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Looking for a bite to eat? Oshawa is home to a variety of culinary options.

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Contact Us

© 2022 City of Oshawa

Service Oshawa
1st Floor, West Wing, City Hall
50 Centre St. S.
Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Phone: 905-436-3311
Toll Free: 1-800-667-4292
Email: [email protected]

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