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Line 1 train approaching Bayview Station

O-Train Line 1 will close early for nightly maintenance from August 12 to 25

RTG will be performing track maintenance between Friday, Aug. 12 and Thursday, Aug. 25.

During the two-week period, sections of O-Train Line 1 will close as early as 8 pm. At this time:

R1 replacement bus service will run frequently over the section of the line affected by the day's work
Train service will resume each morning at its usual times
Schedule information available

Stay on the move this summer with OC Transpo!

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As Canada’s capital, Ottawa is a showcase for Canadian history, culture, and arts. Summer in Ottawa is delightful, green, and busy with plenty of events and festivals to enjoy.

Riding with OC Transpo this summer is even more affordable since your kids aged 7 and under ride at no charge on the O-Train and Buses.

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OC Transpo is hiring Bus Operators. Do you want to become part of an exciting and supportive work environment that directly impacts your community? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

You would receive:

Excellent benefits for you and your family
Career growth opportunities
A comprehensive pension plan

Services news

Summer service change

Summer service begins Sunday, June 26, 2022. Use the Travel Planner or view the route schedules to check if your regular trips are affected.

Portions of the Transitway, (between Tunney's Pasture and Dominion stations, and from Iris Street to Navaho Drive) will close permanently as part of Stage 2 construction.
School service will be removed for the duration of the summer.
Weekend service to summer destinations (Canada Aviation and Space Museum, Petrie Island, and the Canada Agriculture Museum) will return.

New fare readers on buses

You may soon notice some changes to the look of fare readers on OC Transpo buses. We’re beginning to install new, red smartcard fare readers across our bus fleet. This is in preparation to offer you the ability to pay for fares with credit cards and mobile wallet in the future.

Mother and child wearing masks aboard the O-Train

COVID-19 news

Ottawa Public Health strongly encourages use of masks on transit

The Province of Ontario has announced the provincial mask requirement on public transit will end on Saturday, June 11. Ottawa Public Health continues to strongly encourage everyone to wear masks on buses, trains, Para Transpo minibuses and taxis, and in stations and shelters. OC Transpo continues to follow public health advice.

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