TTC Enhances Eglinton Crosstown LRT Service with Extended Hours and More Trains
TTC extending hours, adding trains to Eglinton Crosstown LRT as part of next rollout phase
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The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is extending service hours and adding trains to the Eglinton Crosstown Light-Rail Transit line starting Sunday. Train service will run until 1:20 a.m. on weekdays and 12:30 a.m. on Saturdays, with improved frequency to address overcrowding during peak hours.
- 01Train service on Line 5 will now run until 1:20 a.m. from Sundays to Fridays.
- 02Additional trains will arrive every four minutes during rush hours.
- 03The Eglinton Crosstown LRT opened on February 8 after over 15 years of construction.
- 04The project cost has escalated to over $13 billion, significantly higher than initial projections.
- 05Riders report satisfaction with the service, though overcrowding remains a concern.
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The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is set to enhance the Eglinton Crosstown Light-Rail Transit (LRT) line by extending service hours and adding more trains, beginning Sunday. Train service on Line 5 will now operate until 1:20 a.m. from Sundays to Fridays and until 12:30 a.m. on Saturdays. During peak hours, trains will arrive approximately every four minutes, improving the overall commuting experience. The Eglinton Crosstown LRT, which opened on February 8, 2023, after 15 years of construction, has faced delays and a rising cost that now exceeds $13 billion. Despite initial confusion, many riders express satisfaction with the service, although overcrowding during peak times highlights the need for additional trains. The TTC aims to improve reliability and efficiency as it continues to work towards fully scheduled service on Line 5. Future enhancements will include the implementation of transit signal priority measures and ensuring all elevators at stations are operational to assist riders with mobility challenges.
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The extended hours and increased train frequency will improve commuting options for residents, particularly during peak hours when overcrowding has been an issue.
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