Cities Near Pickering
Cities near Pickering, Canada: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Ajax, Markham, Oshawa. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Pickering, Canada is Ajax, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 20 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajax | 6 mi / 10 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Markham | 7 mi / 11 km | 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Oshawa | 14 mi / 23 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Richmond Hill | 15 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Willowdale | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Aurora | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Etobicoke | 28 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brampton | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Oakville | 41 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Barrie | 44 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Pickering
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Ajax, Markham, Oshawa, Richmond Hill, Willowdale. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Pickering include Ajax, Markham, Oshawa, Richmond Hill, Willowdale. The closest is Ajax, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.