Conveniently located in the heart of Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe – less than 1 hour west of Toronto – we’re easy to get to. Here’s how.
BY CAR:
- We’re conveniently located on major highway routes: 403, 407, 5, 6, 8 and QEW
- Hamilton is halfway between Toronto and Niagara Falls – less than 1 hour from each and just over 1 hour from the US border
- Arrive from Toronto – 1 hour via 401 and 403
- Arrive from Niagara – 1 hour via QEW and 403
- Arrive from London – 1.5 hours via 401 and 403
By Train or Bus
- Go Bus:
1-888-438-6646
36 Hunter St. E., Hamilton (Downtown Terminal)
1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON (McMaster University Hub)
- Go Train:
1-888-438-6646West Harbour Terminal: 353 James St. N.
Daily, all-day train service between Toronto and Hamilton (starting Aug. 7)Downtown Terminal: 36 Hunter St. E.
Weekday rush-hour rail service between Hamilton and Toronto along Lakeshore West GO Train Route. Regular bus service connects Hamilton to Aldershot Train Station in nearby Burlington.
- Via Rail:
1-888-842-7245
1199 Waterdown Road, Burlington (Aldershot GO Station)
National rail service stops in nearby Aldershot station in Burlington (Go Bus completes your journey to Hamilton Go Centre downtown).
- Coach Canada:
1-800-461-7661
36 Hunter St. E., Hamilton (Downtown Terminal)
Available for private charter.
- Triplinx
For a seamless trip, use this trip planning tool for the Greater Toronto, Hamilton, and Niagara region, with transit connections between regions, including schedules, fares, and wheelchair-accessible info.
BY PLANE:
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport is a hassle-free airport only 15 minutes from downtown.
Need a ride after you land?
- Airways Transit:
905-689-4460
Available from both Hamilton International Airport and Toronto’s Pearson Airport.
Car Rentals Available at the Airport
- Avis:
1-800-272-5871 - National:
1-800-CAR-RENT (227-7368) - Enterprise:
1-844-307-8008 - Budget:
1-800-268-8900
Other Airports Nearby
- Toronto Pearson International Airport: less than a 1 hour drive to Hamilton. Other ground transportation options to Hamilton also available at every terminal.
- Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport: less than a 1 hour drive to Hamilton
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport: less than a 2 hour drive to Hamilton
BY BOAT:
Hamilton Harbour
With entry through the Burlington Canal, visitors can access the many attractions of Hamilton’s waterfront and downtown core only a short walk or ride away.
- Harbour West Marina:
905-525-3622
1 Guise Street
Transient boasters are welcome to check in at the fuel dock upon arrival or reserve a slip in advance. - The Royal Hamilton Yacht Club:
905-528-8464
555 Bay St N
Reciprocal rights are extended to qualifying marinas, with limited availability - Macassa Bay Yacht Club
905-529-9205
80 Harbour Front Dr
Transient slips are available for visitors from reciprocating clubs.
Fifty Point Conservation
Located within Fifty Point Marina and operated by the Hamilton Conservation Authority, visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural attractions that the conservation area has to offer.
- Fifty Point Yacht Club
905-525-2187
1479 Baseline Rd
Transient slips are available for visitors from reciprocating clubs.