How to get from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario by bus?

From Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario by bus

To get from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 47 bus from Main at Haddon 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 54 min. The ride fare is CA$18.12. The bus schedule from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waterloo, Ontario on the Moovit app.

174minCA$18.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Bus - 3030
Bus - 77
Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
Leaves from Main at Haddon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main at Haddon
    390 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    47w - Canadas Wonderland
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bramalea Go Bus
    74 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
    59 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
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario by bus via 47, 25 and 7

To get from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 47 bus from Main at Haddon station to Square One 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 31 min. The ride fare is CA$18.12. The bus schedule from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waterloo, Ontario on the Moovit app.

151minCA$18.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Bus - 2525
Bus - 77
Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
Leaves from Main at Haddon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main at Haddon
    390 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    47 - Hwy. 407 Bus Term
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100132
    62 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100133
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    25c - U Of Waterloo
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102148
    60 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
    180 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario

The distance between Hamilton (Mcmaster University) and Waterloo, Ontario is approximately 161.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 174 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) 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 Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario

To check the bus schedule from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hamilton (Mcmaster University)) 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 Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario by bus via 47, 25 and 7

To get from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 47 bus from Main at Haddon station to Square One 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 31 min. The ride fare is CA$18.12. The bus schedule from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waterloo, Ontario on the Moovit app.

151minCA$18.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Bus - 2525
Bus - 77
Walk to Waterloo, Ontario
Leaves from Main at Haddon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main at Haddon
    390 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    47 - Hwy. 407 Bus Term
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100132
    62 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Square One
    ID 100133
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    25c - U Of Waterloo
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilfrid Laurier University
    ID 102148
    60 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
    180 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The fastest way takes 174 minutes, using Bus line 47, Bus line 30, Bus line 7.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The alternative route takes 151 minutes, using Bus line 47, Bus line 25, Bus line 7.

  • Is there a direct bus between Hamilton (Mcmaster University) and Waterloo, Ontario?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The 47 bus line goes from Main at Haddon station near Hamilton (Mcmaster University) in Hamilton to 47w - Canadas Wonderland station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 47w - Canadas Wonderland station near Waterloo, Ontario.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario by bus?

    The total travel time between Hamilton (Mcmaster University) and Waterloo, Ontario by bus is about 2 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to get to Waterloo, Ontario?

    Get on the 47 bus from the Main at Haddon stop near Hamilton (Mcmaster University) in Hamilton.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Hamilton (Mcmaster University) and Waterloo, Ontario?

    Get off the bus at the 47w - Canadas Wonderland stop, which is closest to Waterloo, Ontario.

  • How much is the bus fare from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario?

    The ride from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) to Waterloo, Ontario costs CA$18.12.

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