GO Train Guide for Students: Schedules, Savings & Study Tips
Traveling to and from school with GO Train is easier than ever! Whether you’re going to class or heading home after studying, the GO Train offers a simple, affordable, and comfortable ride. This guide covers train schedules, student discounts, and tips to make the most of your commute.
Turn Your Commute Time Into Study Time
GO Transit makes it easy to study while you travel. With GO Wi-Fi Plus on every train, you can work on assignments, listen to audiobooks, or just relax and chat with friends online.
Save 40% on GO Transit with PRESTO
Full-time college and university students get 40% off a standard GO fare with a PRESTO card. Don’t have one? You can also buy an E-Ticket for convenience!
GO Train Schedule for Winter Reading Week
To accommodate students traveling during winter reading week, additional Kitchener line train services have been added on Saturday, Feb. 15 and Sunday, Feb. 23.
Eastbound: Kitchener GO to Union Station
| Departure | Arrival at Union Station |
|---|---|
| 11:05 AM | 12:49 PM |
| 4:05 PM | 5:49 PM |
Westbound: Union Station to Kitchener GO
| Departure | Arrival at Kitchener GO |
| 1:38 PM | 3:26 PM |
| 6:38 PM | 8:26 PM |
Note: Always check the GO Transit website before traveling to ensure you have the latest schedule updates.
Closest GO Train Stations to Major Universities & Colleges
Many campuses across Ontario are conveniently accessible via GO Train service. Here are the closest GO Train stations for popular institutions:
- Durham College & Ontario Tech University – Oshawa GO (transfer to local transit)
- Sheridan College (Trafalgar Road Campus) – Oakville GO
- University of Waterloo & Wilfrid Laurier University – Kitchener GO
- University of Guelph – Guelph GO
- York University (Markham Campus) – Unionville GO
- U of T (St. George Campus), TMU, George Brown, OCAD, & OISE – Union Station
Plan Your Journey with GO Transit
With student discounts, reliable schedules, and onboard Wi-Fi, students can make the most of their commute. Whether you study or relax, GO Train makes the trip easy.