Downsview Park Subway Station

Downsview Park Subway Station Toronto | Map and Address

ByJonathan Kennedy

Downsview Park Station is a unique transit hub in Toronto, Canada. It seamlessly integrates the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) subway system’s Line 1 Yonge-University with GO Transit’s Barrie commuter rail line, offering commuters a convenient transfer point between the two services. This multi-modal station serves as a vital link for residents and travelers in the city’s northwest region.

  • Location: 1212 Sheppard Ave West, Toronto, Canada
  • Operated by: Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
  • Lines: TTC Line 1 Yonge-University, GO Transit Barrie line
  • Platform: Centre platform
  • Tracks: 2
  • Connections: TTC bus routes
  • Accessibility: Accessible
  • Architectural style: Postmodern
  • Passengers (2019): 3,090 (73rd out of 75 TTC stations)
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Downsview Park Subway Station

Address:

  • TTC station: 25 Vitti Street
  • GO station: 80 Carl Hall Road
  • Wheel Trans stop: 25 Vitti Street

Accessibility: Fully accessible with elevators and escalators.

Number of Levels: 3

  • Level 1 – Street:
    • Entrances with elevators, escalators, and stairs to the concourse.
    • Bus connections, Wheel Trans stop, and GO Train transfer.
  • Level 2 – Concourse:
    • Fare gates.
    • Access to street level, GO station, and subway platform via elevators, escalators, and stairs.
  • Level 3 – Subway Platform:
    • Center platform for northbound and southbound trains.
    • Access to the concourse via elevators, escalators, and stairs.
    • Specific locations of elevators, escalators, stairs, and accessible doors for each platform direction are provided.

Number of Entrances: 2 (Vitti Street and Downsview Park GO)

Connections:

  • TTC Line 1 Yonge-University
  • GO Transit Barrie line
  • TTC bus routes

Additional Notes:

  • Chesswood Drive and Carl Hall Road near the station lack sidewalks.


Downsview Park Station operates with the following approximate hours:

  • Weekdays (Monday – Friday): 5:50 AM to 2:30 AM
  • Saturdays & Holidays: 5:55 AM to 2:25 AM
  • Sundays: 7:45 AM to 2:25 AM

Not available

Elevators:

  • Located at:
    • Vitti Street east side entrance to the concourse
    • GO station entrance to the concourse
    • Concourse to Line 1 platform

Escalators:

  • Always operating:
    • Concourse to Line 1 platform (down)
    • Line 1 platform to concourse (up)
    • Concourse to Vitti Street east side entrance (up)
    • Vitti Street east side entrance to concourse (down)
  • Operates only one direction:
    • Concourse to GO entrance (down)
    • GO entrance to concourse (up)

The provided information shows the next upcoming arrival times for the subway at Downsview Park Station:

  • Northbound (towards Vaughan Metropolitan Centre):
    • The first train arrives at 5:48 AM.
    • Subsequent trains arrive at 5:58 AM and 6:04 AM.
  • Southbound (towards Finch via Union):
    • The first train arrives at 6:02 AM.
    • Subsequent trains arrive at 6:06 AM and 6:09 AM.
  • Downsview Park is Canada’s largest urban park. It was the site of the World Youth Day Papal Visit in 2002 and the SARSstock concert in 2003. The park is also home to the Chesswood Arena, where several National Hockey League (NHL) players have trained, and BMO Field, home of the Toronto FC soccer team.
  • York University: Established in 1959, York University is the third-largest university in Ontario. It is known for its innovative arts, humanities, and social sciences programs.
  • CFB Toronto (Downsview Park): This former Canadian Forces Base was decommissioned in 1996 and is now redeveloped into a mixed-use community. It is home to several businesses and institutions, including Downsview Park and the Canadian Air and Space Museum.
  • The Hangar: This is a multi-sport facility that offers a variety of activities, including rock climbing, trampolining, and bowling.
  • Scotiabank Pond Hockey Arena: This is one of the largest outdoor hockey rinks in the world, and it is a popular spot for locals and visitors.

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