Take the GO Train from Toronto to Niagara Falls
New Train Service Links the GTA to the Niagara Region in Two Hours
Aug 6, 2009
GO Transit is made up of a network of buses and trains which link Toronto to the surrounding regions in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Go Transit is Canada’s first interregional public transit system, and the only system of this kind in Ontario. Service began in 1967 and has continued to expand to new regions, the latest being Niagara Falls, Ontario. Niagara Falls is a popular tourist destination for its numerous attractions, events, and natural wonders, making an ideal stop for day trips and overnight stays.
GO Train Service from Downtown Toronto to Niagara Falls Begins in 2009
Currently in its test phase, the Toronto to Niagara Falls train began service in June 2009 and is scheduled to continue through Thanksgiving weekend, October 12, 2009. This current test phase is meant to gauge the amount of interest in this route. Already proving highly popular for weekend trips to Niagara Falls, GO Transit may negotiate to continue the service throughout the year and possibly expand the schedule to include weekday trains.
The Niagara Falls-bound GO train also operates on holidays including Canada Day, Civic holiday, Labour Day, and Thanksgiving.
GO Train Links Cities Between Toronto and Niagara
With trains departing from downtown Toronto’s Union Station, the Niagara-bound GO trains make stops along the way in Port Credit, Oakville, Burlington and St. Catharines, before arriving in downtown Niagara falls approximately two hours after departure from Union Station.
Niagara Falls Train Station Has Access to Public Transit for Tourist Destinations
The GO train stops at the Via Rail station in two blocks from downtown Niagara Falls. Located approximate 4 km from the Falls, Niagara Transit public buses stop directly outside the train station and stop at many tourist locations throughout the city. The Niagara Transit bus station is located directly across the street from the train station, as are taxi stands. All-day passes can be purchased for the Falls Shuttle and Niagara Transit for $6.00 per adult, and includes two children aged 12 and under per adult pass.
It is also possible to walk to popular tourist street Clifton Hill, located close to the Falls in approximately forty minutes.
Bicycles are also permitted on GO trains for no additional fee, and all stations and trains are fully wheelchair accessible.
GO Train Schedule
Saturday, Sunday, and holiday service, from June 27 to October 12, 2009:
Union Station to Niagara Falls
Union 6:30 9:40 16:15 20:05 22:30**
Port Credit 6:46 9:56 16:31 20:21 -- ---
Oakville 6:57 10:07 16:42 20:32 -- ---
Burlington 7:08 10:18 16:53 20:43 -- ---
St Catharines 8:06 11:16 17:51 21:41 23:40**
Niagara Falls 8:29 11:39 18:14 22:04 00:05**
Niagara Falls to Union Station
St. Catharines 9:15 12:45 19:45 22:50
Burlington 10:13 13:43 20:43 23:48
Oakville 10:25 13:55 20:55 00:00
Port Credit 10:34 14:04 21:04 00:09
Union 10:49 14:19 21:19 00:24
**GO will be offering one additional late night trip by GO Bus, departing Union Station and operating express to Niagara Falls. It will stop in St. Catharines on request only
GO Train Fares from Union Station to Niagara Falls
Adult single ride $ 14.00
Adult two ride, day pass, or period day pass $ 28.00
Senior / Child single ride $ 7.00
Senior / Child two ride, day pass, or period day pass $ 14.00
Period Day Passes are allow for overnight stays in Niagara Falls or Toronto. Group Passes are available for a maximum of five people traveling together.
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