How to get from Waterloo to McMaster University by bus?

From Waterloo to McMaster University by bus

Take one direct bus from Waterloo to McMaster University in Hamilton: take the 17 bus from Wilfrid Laurier University station to Mcmaster University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is CA$14.12.

124minCA$14.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Walk to McMaster University
Leaves from Wilfrid Laurier University
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102153
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    17 - Hamilton Go
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcmaster University
    ID 100310
    117 min
  • 4
    Walk to McMaster University
    Walk to
    McMaster University
    1280 Main St W
    360 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Waterloo to McMaster University by bus via 25 and 47

To get from Waterloo to McMaster University in Hamilton, take the 25 bus from Wilfrid Laurier University station to Square One station. Next, take the 47 bus from Square One station to Mcmaster University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The ride fare is CA$14.12.

159minCA$14.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2525
Bus - 4747
Walk to McMaster University
Leaves from Wilfrid Laurier University
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102153
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    25 - Square One
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100132
    102 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100133
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    47d - Mcmaster U
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcmaster University
    ID 100310
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to McMaster University
    Walk to
    McMaster University
    1280 Main St W
    360 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waterloo to McMaster University
The distance between Waterloo, Hamilton and McMaster University, Hamilton is approximately 90.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 124 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waterloo to McMaster University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Hamilton – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Waterloo

Waterloo is located at Waterloo, Hamilton and the nearest public transit station is Hazel / Hickory.

Bus stations close to Waterloo:

  • Hazel / Hickory
  • University Ave. / Sunview
  • University Ave. / Regina
Public transit stations close to McMaster University, Hamilton

McMaster University is located at 1280 Main St W, Hamilton and the nearest public transit station is Sterling at Forsyth.

Train stations close to McMaster University:

  • West Harbour Go

Bus stations close to McMaster University:

  • Sterling at Forsyth
  • Emerson at Main
  • Sterling at University
Related Routes

Alternative route from Waterloo to McMaster University by bus via 25 and 47

To get from Waterloo to McMaster University in Hamilton, take the 25 bus from Wilfrid Laurier University station to Square One station. Next, take the 47 bus from Square One station to Mcmaster University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The ride fare is CA$14.12.

159minCA$14.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2525
Bus - 4747
Walk to McMaster University
Leaves from Wilfrid Laurier University
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102153
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    25 - Square One
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100132
    102 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100133
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    47d - Mcmaster U
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcmaster University
    ID 100310
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to McMaster University
    Walk to
    McMaster University
    1280 Main St W
    360 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo to McMaster University?

    The fastest way takes 124 minutes, using Bus line 17.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Waterloo to McMaster University?

    The alternative route takes 159 minutes, using Bus line 25, Bus line 47.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and McMaster University?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Waterloo in Toronto to McMaster University in Hamilton in 2 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waterloo to McMaster University?

    The 17 bus line goes from Wilfrid Laurier University station near Waterloo in Toronto to 17 - Hamilton Go station near McMaster University in Hamilton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waterloo to McMaster University by bus?

    The total travel time between Waterloo in Toronto and McMaster University in Hamilton by bus is about 2 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waterloo to get to McMaster University?

    Get on the 17 bus from the Wilfrid Laurier University stop near Waterloo in Toronto.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waterloo and McMaster University?

    Get off the bus at the 17 - Hamilton Go stop, which is closest to McMaster University in Hamilton.

  • When is the first bus from Waterloo to McMaster University?

    The first bus from Waterloo in Toronto to McMaster University in Hamilton is Waterloo / Hamilton. It leaves the Wilfrid Laurier University stop at 5:03 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Waterloo to McMaster University?

    The ride from Waterloo to McMaster University costs CA$14.12.

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