R2 replacement bus service
What is R2 service?
Routing
(full route)
R2 service runs between South Keys and Bayview stations.
Buses serve all Line 2 stations and a few other stops along the way.
R2 Bus stops
R2 Bayview
R2 South Keys
Frequency
R2 service matches Line 2 frequency.
When R2 service is in effect, buses run approximately* every:
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*Frequency increases for the Carleton University fall/winter terms. Service is slightly reduced in the spring and summer.
Schedules
R2 schedules are only available for planned Line 2 outages. We will notify you in advance of the shutdown and let you know the schedules are available.
Get Route Schedules
Lookup the schedules for R2 bus stops
Real-time departures
For GPS-adjusted trip times:
- Use the Next Departures tool on our home page
- Text your stop number to 560560
- Call 613-560-1000 and enter your stop number
- Use a mobile transit app
Unplanned Line 2 disruptions
If R2 is suddenly deployed, our information systems will not be able to give schedules. We will provide service updates and information:
- On our Alerts page
- Through our Twitter account
- On info screens at the stations
- Through audio announcements at the stations