How to get from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario by bus?

Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario - Bus Schedule

The 56 bus from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario runs from 05:05 to 22:50, with departures every 20 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 36 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario by bus

To get from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 56 bus from Oakville Go station to Erin Mills Transitway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 25 bus and finally take the 7 bus from King/University station to Waterloo Public Square Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min. The ride fare is CA$18.33. The bus schedule from Oakville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waterloo, Ontario on the Moovit app.

156minCA$18.33
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5656
Bus - 2525
Bus - 77
Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
Leaves from Oakville Go

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oakville Go
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    56 - Dc Oshawa Go
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Erin Mills Transitway Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Erin Mills Transitway Station
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    25 - U Of Waterloo
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102148
    89 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King/University
    330 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Fairway Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waterloo Public Square Station
    ID 4048
    5 min
  • 10
    Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
    Walk to
    Waterloo, Ontario
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario by bus via 56, 30 and 7

To get from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 56 bus from Oakville Go station to Bramalea Go Bus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 30 bus and finally take the 7 bus from King / Montgomery station to Waterloo Public Square Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The ride fare is CA$18.33. The bus schedule from Oakville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waterloo, Ontario on the Moovit app.

169minCA$18.33
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5656
Bus - 3030
Bus - 77
Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
Leaves from Oakville Go

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oakville Go
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    56 - Dc Oshawa Go
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bramalea Go Bus
    62 min
  • 4
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    30 - U Of Waterloo
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Weber St. E. @ Montgomery Rd.
    ID 102205
    62 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King / Montgomery
    180 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Conestoga Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waterloo Public Square Station
    ID 1907
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
    Walk to
    Waterloo, Ontario
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario

The distance between Oakville and Waterloo, Ontario is approximately 113.7 km, which can typically be travelled in 156 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waterloo – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario

To check the bus schedule from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Oakville) and destination (Waterloo, Ontario), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario by bus via 56, 30 and 7

To get from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 56 bus from Oakville Go station to Bramalea Go Bus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 30 bus and finally take the 7 bus from King / Montgomery station to Waterloo Public Square Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The ride fare is CA$18.33. The bus schedule from Oakville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waterloo, Ontario on the Moovit app.

169minCA$18.33
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5656
Bus - 3030
Bus - 77
Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
Leaves from Oakville Go

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oakville Go
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    56 - Dc Oshawa Go
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bramalea Go Bus
    62 min
  • 4
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    30 - U Of Waterloo
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Weber St. E. @ Montgomery Rd.
    ID 102205
    62 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King / Montgomery
    180 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Conestoga Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waterloo Public Square Station
    ID 1907
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
    Walk to
    Waterloo, Ontario
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The fastest way takes 156 minutes, using Bus line 56, Bus line 25, Bus line 7.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The alternative route takes 169 minutes, using Bus line 56, Bus line 30, Bus line 7.

  • Is there a direct bus between Oakville and Waterloo, Ontario?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The 56 bus line goes from Oakville Go station near Oakville in Toronto to Erin Mills Transitway Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Erin Mills Transitway Station near Waterloo, Ontario.

  • How long does it take to travel from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario by bus?

    The total travel time between Oakville and Waterloo, Ontario by bus is about 2 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Oakville to get to Waterloo, Ontario?

    Get on the 56 bus from the Oakville Go stop near Oakville in Toronto.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Oakville and Waterloo, Ontario?

    Get off the bus at the Erin Mills Transitway Station, which is closest to Waterloo, Ontario.

  • How much is the bus fare from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The ride from Oakville to Waterloo, Ontario costs CA$18.33.

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