Year-round weekend GO train service to Niagara reinstated

Ontario is bringing back year-round weekend GO rail service between Union Station and Niagara Falls.

Beginning this fall, the province will reinstate the weekend GO train  route beyond the previous seasonal end date of Oct. 15.

Service will include two round trips each day.

The announcement was made by Premier Doug Ford today in Niagara Falls.

“Niagara Falls is a world class tourist venue and draws millions of visitors each year from all over the globe,” said Ford.

“Bringing back GO service 365 days a year will make it easier for everyone to access this incredible destination and will boost local businesses all across this region. Our government is getting it done for transit riders across the Greater Golden Horseshoe.”

Originally introduced in 2019, the weekend service was suspended due to unprecedented drops in ridership during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“As ridership returns to pre-pandemic levels, our government is boosting service to meet demand. GO service to Niagara will unlock access to this key tourist destination and help build Ontario’s economy,” said Mulroney.

“This service enhancement is another step towards our government’s mandate of fighting gridlock by delivering more frequent GO rail service across the Greater Golden Horseshoe.”

Niagara weekend train trips will also be equipped with special bike coaches.