… and it’s even easier to get around once you’re here. We’re conveniently located just off Highway 401, nestled beside Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River, and the historic Rideau Canal and we’re right in the middle between Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, and Syracuse.
Once you’re in Kingston, learn more about how to get around the city.
International visitor? Here’s what you need to know about visiting Kingston and Canada.
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.
Via Highway 2 westbound
Continue on Highway 2
Cross the LaSalle Causeway
You are now in downtown Kingston
Please note: The LaSalle Causeway will be fully closed to vehicle, pedestrian, and cycle traffic to allow for the temporary opening of the main marine navigation channel on select dates. View the temporary closure dates online.
Via Highway 33 eastbound
Follow Highway 33 until you reach Princess Street, then turn right
Continue on Princess Street, which guides you into downtown Kingston
Red Arrow Ontario Service coach buses 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 at 294 King St E, Kingston, ON K7L 3B2. Learn more about bus parking.
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.
Kingston is located at the confluence of Lake Ontario, the St Lawrence River, and Rideau Canal (Cataraqui River). A waterfront city, we welcome visitors arriving by boat and have both city-operated and privately owned marinas. Confederation Basin Marina (City of Kingston): 613-546-4291 ext. 1823
Portsmouth Olympic Harbour (City of Kingston): 613-546-4291 ext. 1827
Collins Bay Marina (West end): 613-389-4455
Treasure Island Marina (East end): 613-548-1239
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.
