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UP Express (Union Pearson Express)

UP Express (Union Pearson Express) is the dedicated rail link between Toronto's downtown Union Station and Pearson International Airport (YYZ), operated by Metrolinx. It connects the city centre to the airport in about 25 minutes, with a departure every 15 minutes. Compare and plan your trip with Gopaxo.

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What is UP Express?

UP Express, short for Union Pearson Express, is the dedicated rail line connecting downtown Toronto to Pearson International Airport. It opened on 6 June 2015, in time for the Pan American Games, and is operated by Metrolinx, Ontario's regional transit agency. Designed for both air travellers and commuters, it offers a fast, reliable alternative to driving or taking a taxi on one of the busiest corridors in the Greater Toronto Area.

Route and stations

The line runs about 23 km between Union Station, in the heart of the financial district, and the Pearson Airport station. It serves four main stops that make connections to the regional network and the Toronto subway easy.

  • Union Station (downtown Toronto): central terminus, beneath the CN Tower
  • Bloor: connection to TTC subway Line 2 at Dundas West
  • Weston: serving the historic Weston neighbourhood to the west
  • Pearson Airport: station linked to Terminals 1 and 3 by the automated people mover

An additional station, Mount Dennis, opened in late 2025 to prepare for the connection with the future Eglinton Crosstown line.

Journey time, frequency and fleet

The full trip between Union Station and Pearson Airport takes about 25 minutes. Trains run every 15 minutes, seven days a week, from roughly 4:55 am until 1:00 am, making close to 80 round trips a day. The service uses Nippon Sharyo diesel multiple unit (DMU) trains, air-conditioned and fitted with power outlets, luggage racks and onboard Wi-Fi.

Fares and Presto card

Fares are priced in Canadian dollars (CAD). The full Union–Pearson trip costs 12.00 CAD in cash and 9.00 CAD with a Presto card, the region's contactless payment system. Presto also unlocks discounted transfers to GO Transit and the TTC. Lower intermediate fares apply for trips between closer stations.

Booking and connections

Tickets can be bought online at upexpress.com, via the app, at station vending machines, or simply by tapping a Presto card. At Union Station and Bloor you connect to the TTC subway and streetcars as well as many GO Transit lines (Kitchener, Lakeshore West, Barrie, Milton and more). To compare options and plan your whole journey to Toronto, Gopaxo brings together timetables, connections and practical tips.

Travel guides

UP Express (Union Pearson Express)

  • Toronto Union
  • Bloor
  • Weston
  • Pearson Airport
  • Mississauga

Most frequent questions about Gopaxo

How long does the UP Express trip take?

The journey between Union Station and Pearson Airport takes about 25 minutes.

How often do trains run?

A train departs every 15 minutes, seven days a week, from early morning until around 1:00 am.

How much is a UP Express ticket?

The full Union–Pearson trip costs 12.00 CAD in cash and 9.00 CAD with a Presto card.

How do I reach the airport terminals?

The UP Express Pearson station is linked to Terminals 1 and 3 by the airport's free automated people mover.

Can I use a Presto card?

Yes, Presto is accepted and offers the best fare, plus discounted transfers to GO Transit and the TTC.

Where can I buy tickets?

Online at upexpress.com, via the app, at station vending machines, or with a Presto card.

Carriers

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