TTC increases streetcar service for Honda Indy weekend, advises of upcoming subway closures and service adjustments

July 18, 2024

Starting Fri., Jul. 19, and through the weekend, the TTC is increasing streetcar service on two key routes in anticipation of large crowds heading to the Honda Indy. Extra streetcars will be running on the 509 Harbourfront and 511 Bathurst, both serving Exhibition Place, making transit the fastest, safest, and greenest way to the racing action.

Sunday subway service late opening - St George to Broadview

This Sun., Jul. 21 only, subway service on the portion of Line 2 Bloor-Danforth, between St George and Broadview stations, will start by 11 a.m. to accommodate beam replacement work on the Prince Edward Viaduct.

Shuttle buses will run, stopping at each station along the route. TTC staff will be on hand to direct customers to shuttle boarding locations. Customers who require Wheel-Trans service can speak with any TTC customer service staff member for assistance.

Bay and Sherbourne stations will be closed. All other subway stations will remain open for customers to load PRESTO cards, purchase PRESTO tickets, and connect to surface routes.

Monday – Friday early nightly subway closures between St Clair West and Sheppard West stations

Starting Mon., Jul. 22 until Fri., Jul. 26, subway service on the portion of Line 1 Yonge-University between St Clair West and Sheppard West stations will end nightly at 11 p.m. to accommodate track maintenance.

A frequent shuttle bus service will run, stopping at each station along the route. TTC staff will be on hand to direct customers to shuttle boarding locations. Customers who require Wheel-Trans service can speak with any TTC customer service staff member for assistance.

All subway stations will remain open for customers to load PRESTO cards, purchase PRESTO tickets, and connect to surface routes.

While the TTC does most subway maintenance at the conclusion of service each night, it continues to require weekend and early weeknight closures to complete critical infrastructure and state-of-good-repair work.

Reduced subway speed zones

The TTC is advising customers travelling on several portions of Line 1 Yonge-University and Line 2 Bloor-Danforth of reduced speed zones, which may result in longer than normal travel times along certain sections of the subway.

As a safety precaution, the TTC reduces speed along sections of rail where maintenance is required, allowing trains to run safely during service hours while minimizing disruptions to customers. They also protect workers who may be required at track level to conduct routine or emergency inspections.

Customers are encouraged to plan ahead and consider the additional time they may need for their trips. A complete list of current reduced speed zones can be found on the TTC website at: https://www.ttc.ca/service-advisories/subway-service/Reduced-Speed-Zones.

Weekend bus and streetcar diversions

Events

Starting at 1 a.m. on Sat., Jul. 20 until 4 a.m. on Mon., Jul. 22, the 506/306 Carlton will adjust to accommodate the Festival of South Asia. Streetcars will divert both ways via Parliament St., Queen St. E., and Coxwell Ave. 506 Carlton replacement buses will operate between Jarvis St. and Coxwell Ave., via Gerrard St. E, Greenwood Ave., and Dundas St.
From 8 a.m. on Sat., Jul. 20 until 2 a.m. on Mon., Jul. 22, service on the 300 Bloor-Danforth Night bus will be adjusted to accommodate Big on Bloor. Buses will divert from Bloor St. W. and run both ways along Landsdowne Ave., Dupont St., and Dufferin St.
On Sat., Jul. 20, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., the 39A Finch, 132 Milner, and 133 Neilson will be adjusted to accommodate the Junior Carnival Parade, which is taking place between Malvern Park and Neilson Park.

Construction

On Sat., Jul. 20, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., westbound service on the 31 Greenwood will be adjusted to accommodate a planned lane restriction on Eastern Ave. Westbound buses will divert from Eastern Ave. at Emdaabiimok Ave. (formerly Lower Coxwell), and run along Queen St. E. Regular eastbound service will be maintained.

The TTC is committed to keeping customers informed about work and events that impact service, as well as alternate route options. For the most up-to-date information, follow @TTCNotices on X or sign up for eAlerts.