Where do you catch the ferry in Toronto?

You can get on any Toronto Island ferry from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal (the ferry docks) located near the base of Bay Street, south of Queens Quay. To get to the ferry terminal from Union Station, you have a few options. You could walk, which would take you about 10 minutes.



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All tickets are valid for round trips. Ferries to Toronto Island Park operate year-round out of Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. Ferries carry passengers to and from Centre Island, Hanlan's Point and Ward's Island. There are limited amenities during the off-season.

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Toronto Island Ferry ticket prices For only $ 8.19 you can purchase a return ticket for adults. Tickets for seniors ($ 5.37), teenagers ($ 5.37) and children ($ 3.95) are offered at a discounted rate. Taxes not included. Infants under 2 travel for free.

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The Ferry Toronto Island takes you to the Toronto Islands, which are located in Lake Ontario. Also often referred to as Toronto Island Park, the islands are only a 13-minute ferry ride away from the city of Toronto.

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Toronto Island Park is made up of several islands, including Ward's Island, Centre Island and Hanlan's Point. Visit Ferries to Toronto Island Park for ferry schedules and fees.

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There is no need to make a reservation since the ferry departs every 15 minutes between 9 am and 9.30 pm. There will always be availability on the ferry, which takes you safe and quick to Toronto Island. The first departure to Centre Island is at 8 am while the last ferry departs at 11.30 pm.

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The Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division of the City of Toronto government operates three public ferry routes to Hanlan's Point, Centre Island Park and Ward's Island from Jack Layton Terminal at the foot of Bay Street on the central Toronto waterfront.

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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 Ferry Fares As of January 2023, a return trip on a Toronto ferry costs: $8.70 for adults. $5.50 for youth (15-19) and older adults (over 65) $4.10 for Juniors (under 14)

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Night Shots from Centre Island The most popular spot is the one just west of the centre island ferry terminal. This spot offers a dead on shot of the sweeping landscape. The best time to get a night shot of the cityscape is during the blue hour, just before civil twilight.

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Unfortunately, just a ferry runs between Toronto and Toronto Island, not between Toronto and Niagara Falls. A few attempts were made in the past, and they all failed. However, by 2024, there's a chance we'll be able to enjoy a ferry service from Toronto's waterfront to the lower Niagara Peninsula.

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Overnight camping is not allowed on Toronto Island Park.

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BRINGING A VEHICLE You can bring a vehicle to the Island with permission of the Ferry service. Please click here for details. Please call ahead for rates and restrictions. Don't plan a tight schedule on the day you're bringing your vehicle over; you may have to queue for several boats.

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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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Just a short ferry ride from the city of Toronto, and all connected by boardwalks and walking trails, the Toronto Islands are the perfect place to spend a day with the family, someone special, or on your own.

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The islands are very walkable and relaxing. Boardwalks, paths, green spaces, bike rentals, etc. It's a very nice and calm alternative to the city.

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