Train Schedule Changes

Temporary weekend service changes taking place May 21-24

Beginning at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 21 and lasting until end of service on Monday, May 24, GO train service between Union Station and Port Credit GO on the Lakeshore West line will be suspended due to critical work to upgrade our rail infrastructure.

Please note, Mondy, May 24 is Victoria Day – A Sunday hourly service schedule will be in place on that day.

Here's what you need to know:

• Buses will operate directly between Union Station Bus Terminal and Port Credit GO.
• Trains will continue to operate between Port Credit and Aldershot GO stations throughout the entire weekend.
• Customers connecting at Union Station between Lakeshore East and Lakeshore West may experience 50-55 minute delays due to the schedule changes required to accommodate this work.
• Customers connecting to bus routes 12, 15 and 18 at Port Credit GO will not be impacted due to service changes – buses will wait for you during bus replacements.
• It’s important to double check schedules and use triplinx.ca to plan your trip. Plan your trip here or see the full schedules here. Be sure to consult gotransit.com often for updates.

Friday, May 21:

• The last eastbound train toward Union Station will arrive at Long Branch GO, Mimico GO and Exhibition GO at 7:37, 7:44 and 7:50 p.m.
• The last westbound train toward Aldershot GO will arrive at Exhibition GO, Mimico GO and Long Branch GO at 6:52, 7:00 and 7:06 p.m.
• Eastbound GO bus service will leave Port Credit GO 4 minutes later than regular train times.
• Westbound GO bus service will leave Union Station Bus Terminal 10-15 minutes earlier than regular train times.
• Trains departing Port Credit GO to Aldershot GO will depart 5 minutes later.

Saturday, May 22 - Monday, May 24:

• There will be no train service between Port Credit GO and Union Station. GO bus service will pick up customers at Port Credit or Union Station Bus Terminal and travel direct.
• Eastbound GO bus service will leave Port Credit GO 4-9 minutes later than regular train times.
• Westbound GO bus service will leave Union Station Bus Terminal 10-15 minutes earlier than regular train times.
• Trains departing Port Credit GO to Aldershot GO will depart 5 minutes later.
• Regular train service will resume on Tuesday, May 25.

There will be no train service at Long Branch, Mimico and Exhibition GO stations while this track work takes place. If you need to get to/from these stations during this time, we encourage customers to explore alternative transit options through our partners at MiWay and TTC.

How to use PRESTO during service impacts on Lakeshore West:

For customers travelling to the Union Station Bus Terminal:

• Tap on at their origin station
• Tap off at Port Credit GO
• Tap on the replacement bus heading to Union
• Tap off when arriving at the Union Station Bus Terminal

For customers travelling to Aldershot GO:

• Tap on at Union Station Bus Terminal
• Tap off on the bus when arriving at Port Credit GO
• Tap on at Port Credit GO
• Tap off at station destination

Customers with default trips on their Presto Card will need to override their default by pressing the "Override" button on the PRESTO device, then tap your card as you normally would.

The new GO bus terminal at Union Station is located at 81 Bay Street in Toronto at the north-east corner of Bay and Lake Shore Blvd.

• To access the new terminal from outside – enter via the main entrance on Lake Shore Blvd., just east of Bay Street or the entrance on the east side of Bay Street, across from Scotiabank Arena.
• If you’re coming from Union Station, you can take the indoor pedestrian bridge over Bay Street that connects to the bus terminal from Scotiabank Arena.
• Learn more about boarding at the new Union Station Bus Terminal.
• Please check departure boards before proceeding to your boarding zone and gate.

You should also know:

• Customers with accessibility needs can access the south platform at Port Credit GO using the accessibility ramp located beside the Kiss & Ride on the east side of the platform.
• Parking is currently limited at Port Credit GO due to construction related to the Hurontario LRT. If you are travelling from this area and have issues finding parking, please park at Clarkson GO.
• For customers with bicycles, please note the option to bring a bike on the bus will be limited as buses can only accommodate two bikes per bus coach.

Safety Never Stops

Things may be different, but our commitment to your health, comfort and safety will never change. Check out the coronavirus safety measures we’ve been taking to help our passengers and employees travel safe on GO. Public health officials stress that even once you are vaccinated, it is important to follow health and safety measures. Wearing a mask on transit is mandatory. Have questions? We have answers. Check out our FAQ for the latest travel advice. Rest assured: We are ready for you when you are ready to return to GO Transit.