City guide

Toronto, Canada 🇨🇦

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Authorities

2

Transport modes

5

Payment methods

3

Airport links

3

Transport Authorities

Getting Around

Mode Operator Notes
metro Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Subway Lines 1 and 2; core of the network; PRESTO card required.
tram Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Streetcars; extensive downtown coverage; 24/7 on key routes.
bus Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Citywide coverage; many 24/7 Blue Night routes.
train GO Transit (Metrolinx) Regional rail to GTA suburbs; PRESTO accepted.
ferry Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Toronto Islands ferry from Harbourfront.

Paying for Transport

  • PRESTO card Contactless tap for TTC and GO; 2-hour transfers; pay-as-you-go or day passes. Open
  • Contactless debit/credit Tap on TTC vehicles and stations.
  • Cash Exact change on surface vehicles only.

Operating Hours

  • Weekday Subway 6AM-1:30AM; buses/streetcars vary, many extend later.
  • Weekend Subway 8AM-1:30AM; Blue Night Network 24/7 on majors.
  • Night service Blue Night buses/streetcars (300-series) every 30 min on key routes.

Rideshare & Taxis

  • Uber Available Available citywide; good for airport or off-hours.
  • Lyft Available Competitive with Uber; promo codes often available.

Airport Connections

  • UP Express train - Union Pearson Express (YYZ) 25 min, CA$12.35 Airport info
  • TTC bus - TSX to Kipling Stn + 900 bus 45-75 min, CA$3.30
  • GO bus - YYZ Express 60 min, CA$13

Live Delay Info

Local Tips

Load PRESTO card at Union Station or airport for 2-5 day stay; use TTC Trip Planner online; PATH system for weather-free downtown walks; avoid peak hours; TTC covers most business needs efficiently.