Public transportation choices vary across Canada. Large cities such as Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver have the most public transportation options with buses, trains and subways. Other Canadian cities have some form of public transit, such as buses, local commuter trains, and/or subways.

Passengers must go to bus stops to get a bus. Some cities also have services called Park and Ride. If you live far from a bus stop you can drive your car to a special car parking area, park your car, and then get the bus or train.

Usually, smaller towns and rural areas do not have public transportation. They may have a local taxi.

The hours of operation and cost for public transit will vary. Check the schedule (timetable) for exact times. Contact your municipal transit system for more information for your area. Transit information can be found on the Internet, in the Yellow Pages of the telephone book, or the city government listings of your white pages telephone book.

Long-Distance Buses

A long-distance bus is for people travelling between cities or going long distances. These buses have comfortable seats and space to store your luggage.

VIA Rail

VIA Rail is Canada's long-distance train service. VIA service runs from Halifax to Vancouver. As well as comfortable seats and luggage storage, VIA provides restaurant meals and sleeping bunks.

Air Travel

Many people in Canada travel by air, especially when traveling long distances across the country.