How to get from Union Station to Lake Ontario by bus and train?

From Union Station to Lake Ontario by bus and train

To get from Union Station to Lake Ontario in Toronto, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the VIA RAIL train from Union Station station to St. Catharines station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 315 bus and finally take the 307 bus from St. Catharines Bus Terminal station to Arthur St + Wildwood Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lake Ontario on the Moovit app.

148min
Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
Bus - 315315
Bus - 307307
Walk to Lake Ontario
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
    Wait for train
    VIA RAIL
    Niagara Falls
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St. Catharines
    ID SCAT
    98 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Paul St W + Dexter St
    ID 191
    410 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 315315
    Wait for bus
    315
    West St. Catharines - Downtown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Catharines Bus Terminal
    ID DTT
    3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    Niagara Street - Port Weller
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arthur St + Wildwood Rd
    ID 415
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lake Ontario
    Walk to
    Lake Ontario
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Union Station to Lake Ontario by bus and train via VIA RAIL, 303 and 307

To get from Union Station to Lake Ontario in Toronto, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the VIA RAIL train from Union Station station to St. Catharines station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 303 bus and finally take the 307 bus from St. Catharines Bus Terminal station to Arthur St + Wildwood Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lake Ontario on the Moovit app.

148min
Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
Bus - 303303
Bus - 307307
Walk to Lake Ontario
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
    Wait for train
    VIA RAIL
    Niagara Falls
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St. Catharines
    ID SCAT
    98 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Paul St W + Dexter St
    ID 191
    410 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 303303
    Wait for bus
    303
    Smart Centre - Train Station - Downtown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Catharines Bus Terminal
    ID DTT
    4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    Niagara Street - Port Weller
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arthur St + Wildwood Rd
    ID 415
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lake Ontario
    Walk to
    Lake Ontario
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Lake Ontario

The distance between Union Station, Toronto and Lake Ontario, Toronto is approximately 125.37 km, which can typically be travelled in 148 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Lake Ontario by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Toronto – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Union Station to Lake Ontario

To check the bus and train schedule from Union Station to Lake Ontario using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station) and destination (Lake Ontario), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Union Station to Lake Ontario by bus and train via VIA RAIL, 303 and 307

To get from Union Station to Lake Ontario in Toronto, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the VIA RAIL train from Union Station station to St. Catharines station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 303 bus and finally take the 307 bus from St. Catharines Bus Terminal station to Arthur St + Wildwood Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lake Ontario on the Moovit app.

148min
Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
Bus - 303303
Bus - 307307
Walk to Lake Ontario
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
    Wait for train
    VIA RAIL
    Niagara Falls
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St. Catharines
    ID SCAT
    98 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Paul St W + Dexter St
    ID 191
    410 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 303303
    Wait for bus
    303
    Smart Centre - Train Station - Downtown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Catharines Bus Terminal
    ID DTT
    4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    Niagara Street - Port Weller
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arthur St + Wildwood Rd
    ID 415
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lake Ontario
    Walk to
    Lake Ontario
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Lake Ontario?

    The fastest way takes 148 minutes, using Train line VIA RAIL, Bus line 315, Bus line 307.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station to Lake Ontario?

    The alternative route takes 148 minutes, using Train line VIA RAIL, Bus line 303, Bus line 307.

  • Is there a direct train between Union Station and Lake Ontario in Toronto?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Union Station to Lake Ontario in Toronto?

    The VIA RAIL train line goes from Niagara Falls station near Union Station to St. Catharines station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till St. Catharines station near Lake Ontario in Toronto.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Lake Ontario in Toronto by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Union Station and Lake Ontario in Toronto by train and bus is about 2 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Union Station to get to Lake Ontario in Toronto?

    Get on the VIA RAIL train from the Niagara Falls station near Union Station in Toronto.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Union Station and Lake Ontario in Toronto?

    Get off the train at the St. Catharines stop, which is closest to Lake Ontario in Toronto.

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