Lawrence Subway Station

Lawrence Subway Station Toronto | Address and Parking

ByJonathan Kennedy

There are actually two stations in Toronto named Lawrence: Lawrence Station and Lawrence West Station. Both are located on Line 1 Yonge-University of the TTC subway system. Lawrence Station sits at Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue, serving the Bedford Park, Lawrence Park, and Lytton Park neighborhoods. It’s known as one of the system’s deepest stations and the first to feature an underground bus terminal (though it’s currently closed for construction).

  • Location: 3101 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario (Canada)
  • Line: 1 Yonge-University
  • Depth: One of the deepest stations in the TTC network
  • Opened: March 31, 1973
  • Daily Ridership (2019): Roughly 28,000 passengers (ranked 36th out of 75 TTC stations)
  • Accessibility: Currently not accessible (construction may be the reason)
  • Connections: TTC buses (though the underground bus terminal is closed for construction)
  • Platform: Center platform with 2 tracks
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Lawrence Subway Station

Address: 3101 Yonge Street (not accessible)

Entrances: 4 total

  • Yonge & Lawrence (east & west sides)
  • Ranleigh Ave (stairs to platform)
  • Bedford Park Ave (stairs & fare gates to platform)

Levels: 4 total

  • Level 1 (Street): Entrances, stairs to lower levels, bus stops (Yonge St)
  • Level 2 (Concourse): Fare gates, escalators/stairs to other levels
  • Level 3 (Bus Platform): Buses, escalators/stairs to other levels
  • Level 4 (Subway Platform): Trains (northbound & southbound), escalators/stairs to other levels and exits

Exits to Street:

  • Northbound platform – stairs & escalator (Bedford Park & Ranleigh) near first car
  • Southbound platform – stairs & escalator (Bedford Park & Ranleigh) near first car

Additional Info:

  • Bus terminal closed for construction (approx. 10 months as of Nov 2023)
  • Northwest entrance closed until mid-March 2024 (use northeast or north entrances)
  • DWA (Direct Wheelchairs Access) located near the 5th car of northbound/southbound trains
  • Saturdays and holidays: 5:50 am to 2:05 am (approx.)
  • Sundays: 8:00 am to 2:05 am (approx.)
  • Weekdays (Monday-Friday): 5:40 am to 2:05 am (approx.)

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There are always escalators running in one direction for each route:

  • Street to Concourse:
    • West side entrance: Up from street
    • East side entrance: Down from street
  • Concourse:
    • To Bus Platform: Down
    • To Subway Platform (Line 1):に分かれ (bunware – divided into) North and South Concourse
      • North Concourse: Down to platform
      • South Concourse: Down to platform
  • Bus Platform:
    • To Concourse: Up
    • To Subway Platform (Line 1): Up
  • Subway Platform (Line 1):
    • To Concourse:
      • North end of platform: Up
      • South end of platform: Up
    • To Bus Platform: Down
  • Southbound (towards Vaughan Metropolitan Centre):
    • Next train arrives in 2 minutes.
    • Another train arrives in 7 minutes.
  • Northbound (towards Finch):
    • Next train arrives in 2 minutes.
    • There are also trains arriving in 5 and 6 minutes.

Here are some nearby landmarks to Lawrence Subway Station:pen_spark

  • Lawrence Park – This park is located just north of the station and features a variety of walking trails, a leash-free dog park, and a children’s playground.
  • Blythwood Ravine Park – This ravine park is located to the west of the station and offers stunning views of the city. It’s a great place to go for a hike or a nature walk.
  • Chatsworth Ravine Park – This ravine park is located to the east of the station and is home to a variety of plant and animal life. It’s another great spot for a hike or a nature walk.
  • Alexander Muir Park and Gardens – This park is located just south of the station and features a variety of gardens, a greenhouse, and a children’s playground.
  • Toronto Public Library Locke Branch – This library is located just east of the station and offers a variety of books, magazines, and programs for all ages.

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