Transit Guide — Liberty Village Guide

Liberty Village Transit Guide

All the ways to get in and out of Liberty Village using public transit.

Exhibition GO Station is Liberty Village's fastest transit option, reaching Union Station in 5 minutes. The 504 King streetcar runs every 3 to 5 minutes at rush hour with stops at Strachan, Atlantic, and Dufferin. The 29 Dufferin bus connects to Line 2 subway. All vehicles accept Presto with free TTC transfers within two hours.

Key Takeaways

✓Exhibition GO Station reaches Union Station in 5 minutes, making it dramatically faster than the streetcar during rush hour.
✓The 504 King streetcar at Atlantic Avenue gets packed from 5 to 6:30 PM so try boarding one stop earlier at Strachan.
✓All TTC and GO vehicles accept Presto, with free TTC transfers within a two-hour window of tapping.
✓The 304 night bus replaces the 504 streetcar after approximately 1:30 AM with service every 30 minutes.
✓Bike Share Toronto stations let you ride to Exhibition GO in 3 minutes instead of walking 10.

Quick Tips

✓Use Exhibition GO Station for a 5-minute ride to Union—way faster than the streetcar at rush hour.
✓The 504 King streetcar at Atlantic Ave gets packed from 5-6:30 PM; board one stop earlier at Strachan.
✓Load PRESTO at Shoppers Drug Mart on King St W near Atlantic Ave.
✓The 304 night bus replaces the 504 streetcar after ~1:30 AM.
✓Combine Bike Share with GO Transit for the fastest commute out of LV.

Getting Around on Transit from Liberty Village

Liberty Village's transit options have improved significantly in recent years, but the neighbourhood still has quirks that residents need to understand. Bounded by rail corridors and the Gardiner Expressway, the area relies on a handful of key routes to connect to the rest of Toronto. Here is your complete guide.

The 504 King Streetcar

The 504 King is Liberty Village's transit lifeline. It runs along King Street West with stops at Strachan Avenue, Atlantic Avenue, and Dufferin Street—the three main access points to the neighbourhood. The streetcar connects you to Union Station in roughly 20 minutes heading east, and to Roncesvalles Village heading west. During rush hour, streetcars run every 3 to 5 minutes, but crowding can be intense, especially at the Atlantic Avenue stop between 5 PM and 6:30 PM.

The 29 Dufferin Bus

Running along the western edge of Liberty Village, the 29 Dufferin bus connects to Dufferin Station on the Bloor-Danforth subway line. The ride takes about 15 minutes to the subway, making it a solid option for reaching the west end or transferring to Line 2. The stop at Dufferin and Liberty Street is a short walk from the western portion of the neighbourhood.

The Exhibition GO Station

This is Liberty Village's best-kept transit secret. Located at the southeast corner of the neighbourhood near Strachan Avenue, Exhibition GO Station provides service on the Lakeshore West line. Trains run to Union Station in just 5 minutes, making it dramatically faster than the streetcar during rush hour. Service frequency has increased, with trains running every 15 to 30 minutes during peak periods. The station is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Liberty Village via Atlantic Avenue.

Getting to the Subway

Liberty Village does not have its own subway station, which is its biggest transit limitation. Your options for reaching the TTC subway are the 504 streetcar to St. Andrew Station (Line 1), the 29 Dufferin bus to Dufferin Station (Line 2), or the Exhibition GO train to Union Station. For Line 1 access during rush hour, the GO train is fastest despite being pricier—about $3.70 with PRESTO versus $3.35 for TTC.

PRESTO and Fare Tips

All TTC vehicles and GO trains accept PRESTO. Transfers between TTC vehicles are free within a two-hour window when you tap. Transferring from GO to TTC at Union Station gives you a co-fare discount that reduces the combined trip cost. Load your PRESTO card online or at the Shoppers Drug Mart on King Street West near Atlantic Avenue.

Late Night Transit

The 504 King streetcar runs approximately until 1:30 AM, after which the 304 King night bus takes over along a similar route. The Blue Night network runs from about 1:30 AM to 5 AM with buses every 30 minutes. If you are coming home late from downtown, the 304 is your main option—or a rideshare from King Street West.

Future Transit Plans

The Ontario Line, currently under construction, will eventually improve connectivity for Liberty Village residents by adding rapid transit capacity downtown. While no station is planned within Liberty Village itself, the improved network will reduce crowding on the 504 streetcar and make transfers at Queen and Osgoode stations more viable. Construction is expected to continue through the late 2020s.

Bike Share as Transit Supplement

Bike Share Toronto stations at Liberty Street and Hanna Avenue, Strachan Avenue, and along the waterfront trail allow you to combine cycling with transit. Ride to Exhibition GO Station in 3 minutes instead of walking 10, or bike to a streetcar stop to skip the most congested part of your route.

Definitions

Presto: The reloadable smart card used to pay fares on the TTC, GO Transit, and other transit systems across the Greater Toronto Area. Load it online or at Shoppers Drug Mart locations.
TTC (Toronto Transit Commission): Toronto's public transit system operating subways, streetcars, and buses. A single Presto fare is $3.35 with free transfers within two hours.
Exhibition GO Station: A GO Transit station at the southeast corner of Liberty Village on the Lakeshore West line. It provides a 5-minute train ride to Union Station, making it the fastest rail connection from the neighbourhood.
GO Transit: The regional transit system serving the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area with commuter trains and buses. The Lakeshore West line serves Liberty Village via Exhibition Station at about $3.70 per trip with Presto.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest way from Liberty Village to Union Station?▼

Exhibition GO Station on the Lakeshore West line gets you to Union in about 5 minutes. It is located near Strachan Avenue, a 10-minute walk from central Liberty Village. The 504 King streetcar takes about 20 minutes. During rush hour, the GO train saves significant time.

Does Liberty Village have a subway station?▼

No. The nearest subway stations are St. Andrew on Line 1 (reachable via the 504 streetcar) and Dufferin on Line 2 (reachable via the 29 bus). Exhibition GO Station provides the fastest rail connection to Union Station, which connects to both subway lines.

How late does transit run in Liberty Village?▼

The 504 King streetcar runs until approximately 1:30 AM, after which the 304 King night bus takes over with service every 30 minutes until about 5 AM. GO trains stop running around midnight on weekdays. Weekend schedules differ, so check the TTC and GO Transit websites.

How much does transit cost from Liberty Village?▼

A single TTC fare is $3.35 with PRESTO, and transfers are free within two hours. GO Transit from Exhibition Station to Union costs about $3.70. There is a co-fare discount when transferring between GO and TTC that reduces the total cost compared to paying separately.

Is the 504 King streetcar reliable?▼

It is generally frequent—every 3 to 5 minutes during rush hour—but delays are common due to traffic on King Street West and occasional streetcar bunching. The King Street Transit Priority corridor has improved reliability somewhat. For time-sensitive trips, Exhibition GO is more predictable.