How to get from Toronto to Waterloo by bus and train?

Toronto to Waterloo map

From Toronto to Waterloo by bus and train

To get from Toronto to Waterloo in Toronto, take the LW train from Union Station station to Aldershot Go station. Next, take the 17 bus from Aldershot Go station to Wilfrid Laurier University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The ride fare is CA$16.35.

178minCA$16.35
Walk to train station
Train - LW
Bus - 1717
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - LW
    Wait for train
    LW
    # | Aldershot Go
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aldershot Go
    68 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    17 - U Of Waterloo
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Wilfrid Laurier University
    Ride to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102148
    96 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Toronto to Waterloo by bus and train via VIA RAIL and 17

To get from Toronto to Waterloo in Toronto, take the VIA RAIL train from Union Station station to Aldershot station. Next, take the 17 bus from Aldershot Go station to Wilfrid Laurier University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 53 min.

173min
Walk to train station
Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
Bus - 1717
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
    Wait for train
    VIA RAIL
    Niagara Falls
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aldershot
    ID ALDR
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aldershot Go
    280 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    17 - U Of Waterloo
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Wilfrid Laurier University
    Ride to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102148
    96 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Toronto to Waterloo

The distance between Toronto, Toronto and Waterloo, Toronto is approximately 134.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 178 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Toronto to Waterloo by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Toronto – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Toronto

Toronto is located at Toronto, Toronto and the nearest public transit station is Union Station.

Subway stations close to Toronto:

  • Union

Train stations close to Toronto:

  • Union Station
  • Up Express Union Station
  • Two

Bus stations close to Toronto:

  • Union Station
  • Yonge St at Front St East
  • Union Station Bus Terminal

Public transit stations close to Waterloo, Toronto

Waterloo is located at Waterloo, Toronto and the nearest public transit station is University Ave. / Regina.

Bus stations close to Waterloo:

  • University Ave. / Regina
  • University Ave. / Sunview
  • Hazel / Hickory

Related Routes

Toronto to Waterloo map

Alternative route from Toronto to Waterloo by bus and train via VIA RAIL and 17

To get from Toronto to Waterloo in Toronto, take the VIA RAIL train from Union Station station to Aldershot station. Next, take the 17 bus from Aldershot Go station to Wilfrid Laurier University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 53 min.

173min
Walk to train station
Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
Bus - 1717
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
    Wait for train
    VIA RAIL
    Niagara Falls
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aldershot
    ID ALDR
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aldershot Go
    280 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    17 - U Of Waterloo
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Wilfrid Laurier University
    Ride to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102148
    96 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Toronto to Waterloo?

    The fastest way takes 178 minutes, using Bus line LW, Bus line 17.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Toronto to Waterloo?

    The alternative route takes 173 minutes, using Bus line VIA RAIL, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct train between Toronto and Waterloo in Toronto?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Toronto to Waterloo in Toronto?

    The LW train line goes from Union Station station near Toronto to # | Aldershot Go station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till # | Aldershot Go station near Waterloo in Toronto

  • How long does it take to travel from Toronto to Waterloo in Toronto by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Toronto and Waterloo in Toronto by train and bus is about 2 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Toronto to get to Waterloo in Toronto?

    Get on the LW train from the Union Station station near Toronto in Toronto.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Toronto and Waterloo in Toronto?

    Get off the train at the # | Aldershot Go stop, which is closest to Waterloo in Toronto.

  • How much is the train fare from Toronto to Waterloo?

    The ride from Toronto to Waterloo costs CA$16.35.

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