Getting Around Toronto
Traveling around Toronto is easy! An efficient public transportation network of taxis, buses and other public transit services ensure that getting from point A to point B is hassle-free and extremely affordable. Rental cars are available at the airport and Ontario's excellent highway system is ready for you to explore!
Driving
Hand Held Devices Ban
Please be aware that drivers are BANNED from using hand-held devices while driving as of 1-Oct-09.
More Information from the Ontario Ministry of Transport on the ban
Driving in Toronto
Driving in Toronto can be challenging, especially during morning and evening rush hour periods. Highway 401 through the Greater Toronto Area is the busiest highway in Canada.
Car Rentals
Cars can be rented at Pearson International Airport upon your arrival. More information and links to the rental car providers located at the airport.
Before you set out, it's a good idea to get an idea of what the traffic will be like on your journey. Toronto has significant rush hour slow-downs like most major cities, and in October the weather can play a significant role in slowing your travel time and increasinge the risks of driving in potentially challenging conditions caused by the weather.
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation maintains a series of traffic cameras that can show you live images of traffic conditions along your highway route through Toronto.
Driving Regulations
Canada is like the United States, in that we drive on the right-hand side of the road. Traffic laws are similar to most US States. Speed limits in the city are usually 50-60 kmh. Highway speed limits range from 80 kmh to 100 kmh. Speed enforcement is strict, and drivers can be subject to roadside vehicle seizure, license suspensions and fines up to $10,000 CAD. Right-hand turns are permitted at red lights at most intersections. Watch for signs prohibiting right hand turns on red.
The Ontario Driver's Handbook is available online if you want to brush up before you take to the road.
There is a Zero Tolerance policy with regard to Drinking and Driving, with penalties including license suspension, fines and jail.
For more information on driving in Ontario, please visit the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.
Map to the Hilton from Pearson International Airport
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Shuttles and Taxis
There are no free shuttles to the hotel from Pearson International. Limousines and Taxis are available for hire in advance or at curbside at the airport.
Note that taxi fares from the airport are fixed by the GTAA (Greater Toronto Airport Authority).
Public Transit
Public transit provides an affordable way to get around Toronto.
- Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) (bus and subway service to downtown)
- GO Transit (bus and train service to downtown and Toronto suburbs)
- York Regiion Transit (bus service within Markham)
- Mississauga Transit (bus service within Mississauga)
- Brampton Transit (bus service within Brampton)
