Is the Toronto Island airport ferry free?

The ferry departs from the foot of Bathurst Street (view map). The ferry is free for pedestrians and $15 for vehicles (return trip).



In 2026, the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport ferry is free for pedestrians. This 121-meter crossing is one of the shortest scheduled ferry routes in the world, taking only about 90 seconds. While the ferry is free for people, there is a significant fee for vehicles (typically around $15–$20 CAD round-trip), though very few passengers actually take cars to the island airport. It is important to distinguish this from the Toronto Island Park ferries (which go to Centre Island, Ward's Island, and Hanlan's Point), which require a paid ticket for everyone. For travelers using the airport in 2026, there is also a pedestrian tunnel that runs beneath the Western Gap; this tunnel is also free and features moving walkways, offering a faster alternative to the ferry. Most travelers still take the ferry at least once for the "iconic" view of the Toronto skyline, but the free tunnel has largely eliminated the "wait times" that used to plague the airport's access point.

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Traveling from Toronto Island to the mainland does not require a ticket. Prices vary from $3.95 (ages 2-14) to $8.19 (adults). Discounted tickets are available for youth (ages 15-19) and seniors (65 and older with proof of age). Infants (under 2) travel for free.

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Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport offers a comfortable and complimentary shuttle service between Toronto Union station and the mainland terminal, approximately every 15 minutes. The shuttle pick-up and drop-off location downtown is by the west entrance of the Royal York Hotel on York Street.

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Ferry tickets are available for purchase online. All tickets are valid for round trips. Ferries to Toronto Island Park operate year-round out of Jack Layton Ferry Terminal.

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Toronto Island Park is an absolute gem nestled in the heart of the bustling city. As soon as I stepped onto the ferry, I could feel the stresses of urban life melt away. The park offers a peaceful escape with its lush greenery, pristine beaches, and breathtaking views of Lake Ontario.

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Toronto Islands ferry ticket prices: Adult — $9.11. Youth (14-18 with ID) & Senior (65+) — $5.86. Junior (2-13) — $4.29. Infant (under 2) — FREE.

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Reserve a ride with Uber in advance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Request a ride up to 90 days before your flight, at any time and on any day of the year.

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Once on the islands, you can bike, hike or swim your way around the beaches and walking paths. There's Centre Island Beach (the family favourite), Gibraltar Point Beach, Hanlan's Point Beach and Ward's Island Beach, each with its own unique vibe.

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Might take you 3-4 hrs walking depending on how fast you are but i suggest you stay for at least half a day to enjoy the views toronto island has to offer .. :) Helpful?

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The Island is actually a group of 15 islands inter-connected by pathways and bridges. You can walk from one end of the Island to the other. The island is approximately 5kms long from Ward's Island to Hanlan's Point.

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