Travel can be an ordeal. But getting from Union Station to Toronto Pearson International Airport? We can make sure that part of the journey is a smooth one. 

See the whole route on video below!

Or follow along with our step-by-step directions to go from Union Station to Pearson Airport. 

Looking for a map of Toronto Union Station? Click here. 

From the Bay Concourse, York Concourse or Union Station TTC subway stop, follow signs to the Great Hall. You’ll recognize it by its ornate roof, high ceilings, and of course, its iconic antique clock. 

Follow signs for the UP Express. You’ll know you’re heading the right way when you see the TD Lounge to your left.  

Follow the hallway and proceed through the doors leading to the SkyWalk.

Note the luggage storage service to your left and the information screen with UP Express departure times. 

Just ahead you will see a ramp leading up to the UP Express Union Station platform. You can buy your tickets online ahead of time, at ticket vending machines at Union Station or any GO station, or simply tap your PRESTO card, debit card or credit card at the UP Express payment terminal. 

Trains arrive every 15 minutes so feel free to grab a coffee and relax while you wait!  

Once your train has arrived and you’ve boarded, you can store your suitcases in the convenient luggage racks inside each coach. Use the overhead storage for your bags and personal items. 

Grab a seat! You can stream some content on the free Wi-Fi onboard, read a book, play some video games, have a snack, gaze out the windows longingly or just sit back and relax!  

UP Express takes you from Union Station to Pearson Airport in just 25 minutes. 

You made it! The UP Express will drop you off at Terminal 1, near the airport’s Terminal Link train service, which shuttles passengers between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, free of charge. 

Just landed in Toronto? The Union Pearson Express (UP Express) station is located in Terminal 1 at Pearson International Airport, adjacent to the Link Train service. 

Making your way to the UP Express station is a breeze! Whether you’re at international or domestic arrivals, we’ve got you covered!  

Once you’ve reached the platform, purchase a ticket if you haven’t already, or simply tap your payment card of choice and board the next train to Union Station. 

How to navigate Union Station in Toronto 

Need some guidance getting around Union Station? You can always ask one of our friendly GO Transit staff found throughout the station or consult these handy maps! 

And if you’d like more information including transit connections, staffed hours, services, amenities, vendors and more at Union Station, head over to our Union Station GO page.