City in Ontario, Canada
Getting around Toronto
How to get around Toronto
The TTC subway, streetcars and buses cover the core; walking and Bike Share fill gaps. Taxis and Uber are better for late nights and the airport.
Ways to get around Toronto
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| TTC subway, streetcar and bus | About C$3.35 per ride | Tap Visa, Mastercard or PRESTO; 2 hours free transfers |
| GO Transit trains | C$4–15 by distance | Regional links to Niagara Falls (seasonal), Hamilton and Oakville |
| Bike Share Toronto | From about C$3.50 per 30 min | Docked bikes across the core; good May–Oct |
Ride-hailing apps in Toronto
A 5 km ride costs about C$14–24 ($9.8–16.9).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Main app; reliable pickups and upfront fares |
| Lyft | Smaller fleet; sometimes cheaper at peak times |
- Metered taxis are plentiful downtown and take cards; Uber is usually cheaper. Surge pricing hits after concerts and in bad weather.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson (YYZ)
UP Express to Union Station about C$12, 25 min; TTC 52/192 buses to the subway about C$3.35; Uber about C$55–80, 30–60 min.
Billy Bishop (island) (YTZ)
Free shuttle to Union area, 10 min; walking tunnel plus ferry; Porter flights only.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for visits (limits vary by province); carry an IDP if yours isn't in English or French.
- Onward travel in Canada: Distances are huge, so fly between regions. VIA Rail links Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto; intercity buses are limited outside Ontario and Quebec. Rent a car for parks.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Toronto?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Lyft.
What's the best way to get around Toronto?
The TTC subway, streetcars and buses cover the core; walking and Bike Share fill gaps. Taxis and Uber are better for late nights and the airport.
How do I get from the airport to Toronto?
UP Express to Union Station about C$12, 25 min; TTC 52/192 buses to the subway about C$3.35; Uber about C$55–80, 30–60 min.
Is Toronto walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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