Getting Here

Getting Here

No matter where you are travelling from, this article includes all the information that you will need to make your travel to Niagara Falls as straight-forward as possible. Whether you're flying, driving, taking the train or a bus we've got all the info you need to get to Niagara Falls!

Airplane

There are four major airports in surrounding areas that charter airlines from around the world. Once you land, rental cars, airport limousines, trains, buses, airport shuttles and taxis are available to transport you to Niagara Falls.

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

As Canada’s largest and busiest airport, Toronto Pearson International Airport sees nearly 50 million passengers annually. The airport is located 125 km (78 mi) from Niagara Falls, and is about an hour and half drive.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

Located on Toronto Island, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport welcomes nearly 3 million passengers annually from Canada and the U.S. via two airlines: Porter and Air Canada. The airport is located 127 km (79 mi) from Niagara Falls, and is just over an hour and a half drive.

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YMC)

Seeing close to 350,000 passengers a year and serving several destinations across North America, Hamilton International Airport is less than a one hour drive to Niagara Falls.

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)

Located approximately a 45 minute drive from Niagara Falls, Canada, the Buffalo Niagara International Airport hosts approximately 100 non-stop flights a day. A reminder that even if you flew to Buffalo from a city within the United States, you will need a passport to cross the border into Niagara Falls, Canada. 

There is small airport located in Niagara Region, called the Niagara District Airport. While no large commercial flights charter through there, flights to-and-from Toronto are scheduled regularly.

Train

GO Train

The GO Train is part of GO Transit, the regional transit provider for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas. GO Transit offers weekday commuter service from Niagara Falls to Toronto in the morning, with one return trip in the evening. Weekend only train service runs from Toronto to Niagara Falls during May long weekend, and then every weekend from July 1st through to Labour Day. The Niagara Falls WEGO transit bus is available at the train station to transport you to your destination, as are taxis and Ubers.

Car

From New York State

If you’re driving from New York State, there are three bridges available to cross into Canada: the Peace Bridge, Queenston Lewiston Bridge or directly into Niagara Falls via Rainbow Bridge. There is a fee for using each bridge when entering Canada of a few dollars that must be paid in cash – accepted in both Canadian and American dollars. Visit our border crossing page for further information on documentation required to enter Canada.

From Toronto Area

When coming in from the Toronto area, take Gardiner Expressway West until it turns into Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW). Continue on the QEW toward Niagara, exiting on the ON-420 to Niagara Veterans Memorial Highway East. The trip should take about an hour and a half, however if travelling during peak traffic (rush hour, weekends) the trip can double. For details on parking lots and pricing, check out our parking information.

Bus

GO Bus

A part of GO Transit, the regional transit provider for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas, the GO Bus works with the GO Train to transport passengers from across Ontario to Toronto and then directly to Niagara. With stops in St. Catharines, at the Outlet Collection and Niagara Falls, passengers can easily and affordably travel into Niagara from across Ontario.

MegaBus

See the falls firsthand by booking your next trip from Toronto to the Niagara Falls. MegaBus amenities include: free Wi-Fi, free onboard entertainment with Megabus RIDE, individual power outlets & reclining seats. In Niagara Falls MegaBus drops off at the Niagara Falls Bus Terminal at 4555 Erie Avenue, Niagara Falls.

FlixBus

Now offering routes to Niagara Falls, FlixBus' goal is to provide you a convenient, affordable and easy to use bus service. Always offering the best deals, plus a safe and pleasant travel experience. Getting you from A to B stress free: thanks to real-time bus stop information, up-to-date and current bus schedules, helpful staff and friendly bus drivers, you don't need to worry about a thing. Plan your bus trip and jump on board feeling completely relaxed. FlixBus' Niagara Falls stop is located at the Embassy Suites Fallsview, 6700 Fallsview Boulevard in Niagara Falls, ON. Bus will stop on the curb next to the Starbucks and The Keg along Portage Road.

Niagara AirBus

With our large fleet of the most comfortable and latest buses and SUVs, Niagara Airbus is able to accommodate any charter requested. Need to go from Toronto, Niagara or Buffalo, let us drive you there safely.

Niagara Airbus provides private car and charter service to and from  the Niagara, Toronto, Buffalo Regions. We provide convenient pickup at your Office, Home, Airport, any location.  

Transportation within Niagara Falls

For getting around once you have arrived here, Niagara Falls offers the WEGO Bus system! This state-of-the-art bus system connects accommodations and tourism attractions throughout the city of Niagara Falls and Niagara Parks. WEGO takes you to popular attractions in Niagara Parks and throughout the tourism areas of Victoria Avenue, Clifton Hill, Fallsview, and Queen Street. When you purchase an Adventure Pass from the Niagara Parks the pass includes 2 days of transportation on WEGO