Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), corporately branded as Toronto Pearson International Airport, is the primary international airport serving Toronto, its metropolitan area, and surrounding region in the province of Ontario, Canada. It is the largest and busiest airport in Canada.
If you’re driving to YYZ Airport, type the following address into your phone mapping app or GPS device:
Toronto Airport Code: YYZ
6301 Silver Dart Dr, Mississauga
ON L5P 1B2, Canada
Click here to see the Toronto Airport map and find everything you need.
Ground Transportation
After you arrive at YYZ Airport, there are many transportation options you can use to get to your next destination. They include Toronto Airport Shuttle, Rideshare, Taxis, Limousines, Rental Cars, Public Transportation, and Long-Distance Buses.
In order to help you book the best deal, we’ve outlined detailed information about every mean of transport available at Toronto Pearson International Airport. Whether you’re traveling on business, a bunch of friends or family travelling with a lot of luggage to see the CN Tower downtown, the beautiful skyline in the winter or just your first stop entering Canada.
Toronto Airport Shuttle
If you want a safe ride that is cheaper than a taxi service, the best transportation option available is the Toronto airport shuttle. Share a ride, save money, and enjoy your trip!
There are so many shuttle services allowed to operate at YYZ Airport - both local and long-distance. If you’re interested in their contact information and rates, rest easy, we’ve got all that covered.
Niagara Airbus is the best transportation choice if you need a ride from Toronto Airport to Niagara Falls or Niagara hotels. They provide shuttle bus, private car, and charter services to and from YYZ.
The one-way shuttle fare from Toronto Airport to Niagara Falls is as low as $92.
They pick up passengers at the Ground Transportation desk at either Terminal 1 lower level (below arrivals) or Terminal 3 at Door C.
If you book 72 hours in advance, you will qualify for their 5% Early Bird Discount. Call 905-374-8111 or 800-268-8111 if you have any questions.
Airways Transit is the premier provider of airport ground transportation serving the Greater Hamilton-Wentworth region, the cities of Burlington and Oakville, and the Waterloo Region. They provide a door-to-door shared ride and private transportation to and from Toronto Airport.
Check their one-way adult fares from YYZ in the list below:
Number of Passengers | Hamilton | Burlington | Oakville |
1 | $96.00 | $90.00 | $73.00 |
2 | $118.00 | $112.00 | $80.00 |
3 | $123.00 | $118.00 | $86.00 |
4 | $144.00 | $128.00 | $107.00 |
5 | $161.00 | $150.00 | $128.00 |
You can notice that your price will be much lower if you share your ride, so that way of traveling is recommended if you want to reduce your expenses.
They offer 24-hour service, and you can reach this Toronto airport shuttle by calling (905) 689-4460 or (905) 527-7511. Alternatively, you can use their website and find out more information.
Airlink serves Brantford and the surrounding area including Cayuga, Hagersville, Port Dover, and Tillsonburg. Their convenient door-to-door service provides safe ground transportation right from your front door.
If you need a reservation for a flight departing within the next 48 hours, please call the office. Otherwise, you can book either by phone - (519) 756-1944 or (877) 405-8278 or online on their website.
When you arrive on a flight into Pearson International, you must check-in at the Ground Transportation desk located inside each terminal:
- Terminal 1: Ground level area D
- Terminal 3: Arrivals level between doors C and D
Century Transportation offers Toronto airport shuttle service throughout all communities across Southern and Eastern Ontario, especially the Peterborough area. They provide a luxury door-to-door shared ride and private transportation to and from YYZ Airport.
Their one-way fare to Peterborough is $113. However, if you share your ride with 3 people, you can cut your costs and pay only $67.
Visit their website or call (800) 465-5987 for more information.
Grey Bruce Airbus offers convenient and scheduled Toronto airport shuttle service from YYZ, serving the Grey and Bruce County areas since 1989. You can see the schedule of this long-distance shuttle if you click here.
If you’re interested in their rates, check some of them in the following list:
For the rest of their prices, click here.
You can contact Grey-Bruce Airbus at 800-361-0393 or 519-389-4433.
Robert Q Airbus is another long-distance Toronto airport shuttle service. It serves communities in Southern Ontario including London, Sarnia, Woodstock, Chatham, Aylmer, St. Thomas, Windsor, and Detroit. They have scheduled departures many times throughout the day.
Their one-way adult fare is $65.50. If you’re traveling with a child 11 or younger, they will pay a reduced price of $32.75.
They can pick you up from two terminals:
- Terminal 1: Report to Robert Q check-in counter at the Ground Transportation Desk, located on Ground Level, between Post R and Post S.
- Terminal 3: Report to the ‘’Out of Town Services’’ desk, inside to the right of door C on the arrivals level.
Northern Airport Service offers two convenient departure times from Pearson International airport. The first departure is at 2 PM and the second one is at 6:30 PM. They have a check-in counter at both Terminal 1 and 3 so that you can easily find them.
Discover their fares to all communities in Northern Ontario including North Bay, Huntsville, Bracebridge, and Gravenhurst here.
If you have additional questions, call this Toronto airport shuttle at (705) 474-7942 or (800) 461-4219 to find out more.
GO Airport Shuttle is a transportation company ready to take you to any destination in the greater Toronto area and as far away as Detroit. They own a section of sedans, SUVs, and shuttle vans. Just look for the travel desk commissioner in the Baggage Claim area who will summon your driver.
In the following list, you can see the prices for a sedan service for up to 3 passengers:
Visit their website for additional information.
Stratford Airporter is also a great long-distance Toronto airport shuttle that serves Stratford and the surrounding area. Their economical shuttle service provides transportation for individuals or groups of up to 24.
The rates for this scheduled shuttle service are as follows:
- 1 passenger: $89
- 2 passengers: $129
- 3 passengers: $159
- 4 passengers: $189
- 5 passengers: $219
Check their schedule here or call 888-549-8602 for more information.
Super Shuttle Toronto doesn’t offer Toronto airport shuttle service to/from YYZ Airport, but their sister company - ExecuCar - has a wide choice of black cars, sedans, and SUV’s available. So, if you’re looking for a more exclusive travel experience, this is the right choice for you.
Hotel Shuttles
Toronto, a dynamic metropolis, is a major Canadian city along Lake Ontario’s northwestern shore. If you’re thinking about staying longer and exploring this area, choose one of the hotels from our list - the best ones that offer free airport shuttles.
Hotel shuttles pick up passengers at the following locations:
- Terminal 1 – Ground Level – Door S
- Terminal 3 – Arrivals Level – Doors A and G
Rideshare Services - Uber / Lyft
Taking an Uber or Lyft ride is one of the most convenient ways to and from YYZ Airport. If you are new to these services, we may address your questions.
How to find your Uber/Lyft ride at the airport?
Uber and Lyft:
- Terminal 1 – Ground Level – Door Q or P
- Terminal 3 – Arrivals Level – Door D, outer curb
Uber Black and Lyft Lux:
- Terminal 1 – Door A
- Terminal 3 – Door A
You will find out their lowest fare estimates to some popular tourist destinations below:
Uber Toronto Airport:
- to CN Tower: CA$37 ($27.56)
- to CF Toronto Eaton Centre: CA$39 ($29.05)
- to Royal Ontario Museum: CA$42 ($31.29)
- to Canada’s Wonderland: CA$51 ($37.99)
Lyft Toronto Airport:
- to CN Tower: $42-49
- to CF Toronto Eaton Centre: $45-50
- to Royal Ontario Museum: $50-55
- to Canada’s Wonderland: $42-49
Taxi & Limo Service
Taxi is a comfortable and fast way to get to your destination without worrying about schedules and frequencies. It is a great option for those who want a door-to-door service from YYZ. Options such as 5 Starlimo and Toronto Limousine
are a great choice and part of our network.
Limousine is even more comfortable option but also more expensive.
Where to find a taxi or a limo at YYZ airport?
Terminal 1 – Arrivals Level
- Taxis: Door D
- Limos: Door C
Terminal 3 – Arrivals Level
- Taxis: Doors D, E, and F
- Limos: Door F
Both taxis and limos charge flat rates for rides from the airport to destinations within the Greater Toronto Area based on time and distance.
Download one of the following PDF files to find out the rates to all local places.
Rental Car Service
If you want a more independent transportation option and are willing to pay more, the best option for you is to rent a car. Renting gives you the freedom to visit all green spaces, museums, skyscrapers, and galleries at your own schedule.
At Toronto Pearson Airport, car rental counters are available on Level 1 of the Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 parking garages.
Check all available on-airport companies in the list below:
Some car rental agencies are located near Pearson Airport and offer pick-up service from Viscount Station. To arrange a pick-up, contact one of the car rental agencies directly:
ACE Rent A Car | (416) 249-5800 |
Economy Rent A Car | (905) 671-9444 |
Europcar | (416) 249-5800 |
E-Z Car Rental | (905) 672-9600 |
Fox Rent-A-Car | (905) 672-9600 |
Payless Car Rental | (416) 863-8444 |
Peel Car and Truck Rental | (416) 670-2442 |
Zoom Rent-A-Car | (905) 670-7368 |
Public Transportation
There are several public bus operators that offer service from Toronto Airport to downtown and the suburbs.
TTC (Toronto) Express buses leave Pearson Airport and connect it to the subway that runs through downtown Toronto. The stations are at:
- Terminal 1 - Ground Level – Column R4.
- Terminal 3 - Arrivals Level – Column C8 to C12.
One-way adult fare for a single ride is $3.25.
GO Transit buses run from Pearson to the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, including North York, Richmond Hill, Mississauga, Oakville, and Hamilton.
GO buses depart from Terminal 1, Ground Level – Column Q2 to Q4.
The fare depends on your destination and you can calculate yours here.
If you’re going from Toronto Airport to Hamilton, the price will be $12.70.
MiWay (Mississauga) is a local bus service offering convenient routes from Pearson to the city of Mississauga.
You can catch your bus at the following stops:
- Terminal 1 - Ground Level – Column S4.
- Terminal 3 - Arrivals Level – Column C8 to C12.
The regular cash fare is $3.75.
Brampton Transit offers express bus service from YYZ Airport, serving the city of Brampton.
Their buses depart from Terminal 1, Ground Level – Column S2. The route you’ll be looking for is 115 Airport Express.
The one-way ticket price is $4.
Union Pearson Express runs from Pearson Airport to Union Station in downtown Toronto in just 25 minutes. Trains depart every 15 minutes.
The adult one-way fare from Pearson to Union is $12.35.
The UP Express station is located in Terminal 1 next to the Terminal Link Train - follow the “Train to City” signs.
Long-Distance Buses
You can catch a bus or connect to rail at Pearson Airport and explore destinations throughout Ontario and some US cities, like Buffalo and Detroit.
Check the list below and find all authorized operators and their contact information.
Popular Destinations
Toronto Airport Shuttle to:
Destination | Service Type | Operator | Est. Cost |
Waterloo University | Bus | | $10 - $23 USD |
Waterloo University | Door to Door | | $101 CAD |
Brampton, ON | Airport Shuttle | | $29 CAD |
London, ON | Airport Shuttle | | $65.50 CAD |
Hyatt Regency Toronto | Bus / Train | | $4 - $18 CAD |
*Estimate costs are subject to change and subject to availability. Bus routes may not be point to point and may require an additional Uber/Lyft/Taxi ride. IMPORTANT: Please visit the Operators site (by clicking the link above) for more information.