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Public Transit

Explore safe and convenient transportation methods to get to McMaster which include the HSR, GO, and FlixBus as well as dedicated McMaster shuttle bus services!

Plan Your Trip

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Hamilton Street Railway (HSR)

McMaster is well connected by many HSR bus routes that can get you to and from campus.  Whether you are taking the bus for the first time, or a regular user looking to explore more? Read on to plan your HSR trip to campus or click the widgets below to be redirected to the HSR Homepage and helpful links!

HSR Bus Travel Time HSR Schedule and Route Tool

Quickly access and find information about your bus trip on the HSR website. Whether you’re running late or are early, this schedule finder helps everyone!

To explore the HSR schedule finder, click below. 

HSR Routes to Campus HSR Map

Learn about one of the many ways you can travel to and from campus, check out the Hamilton Street Railway System Map where you can plan your bus ride to McMaster.

HSR Bus Pass MSU HSR Bus Pass

Did you know that you can take the HSR for free? If you are an undergraduate or graduate student, you are eligible for a free HSR bus pass!

To learn more about the HSR bus pass, explore the page below!

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Shuttle Bus Shuttle Bus

Did you know you can get around McMaster’s campus on a shuttle bus? The bus makes six stops around campus, getting you to your destination quickly! To learn more about McMaster’s shuttle bus, click below.

GO Transit Image Credits

Whether you are commuting to campus or need to go somewhere, the GO bus has you covered! Learn how you can schedule your next trip by clicking here!

FlixBus Image Credits

Now that FlixBus visits McMaster, students, staff/faculty, and visitors have even more options when travelling via bus. To learn more about FlixBus, explore the FlixBus Page!

Shuttle Bus

McMaster offers a weekday shuttle service with up to three buses in operation, provided by Attridge Transportation. All buses are currently yellow and unbranded, including one smaller, wheelchair-accessible vehicle. Please refer to the schedule and route below for more information.

People boarding the McMaster shuttle bus for on-site

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Main Campus Shuttle Bus Frequency and Hours of Operation

Shuttles run every 5 to 20 minutes, depending on the bus stop, time of day, passenger demand, and overall campus activity.

FROM MAY 4, 2026 TO AUGUST 24, 2026, THERE WILL BE ONE SHUTTLE RUNNING FROM 06:30 TO 23:00. THERE WILL BE NO SERVICE FROM 10:00-10:30 AND 15:30-16:00 TO ACCOUNT FOR DRIVER BREAKS.

Regular schedule (September – April)

  • From 06:30 to 08:00 there are 2 Buses
  • From 08:00 to 18:30 there are 3 Buses
  • From 18:30 to 23:00 there is 1 Bus

The small shuttle bus on the main campus is equipped with ramps to provide accessible entry for all passengers.

Ron Joyce Centre

A free shuttle bus is available to transport passengers from McMaster’s campus to the Ron Joyce Centre (RJC). For details on the RJC shuttle, visit the RJC Shuttle Bus Page.

10 Bay Street South Residence

A free shuttle bus is available to transport passengers between 10 Bay Residence in downtown Hamilton to McMaster main campus.

Effective May 4, 2026, the following schedule will be in effect:

Morning Service

  • 7:00 am depart 10 bay
  • 7:30 am depart main campus
  • 8:00 am depart 10 bay
  • 8:30 am depart main campus
  • 9:00 am depart 10 bay
  • 9:30 am depart main campus
  • 10:00 am depart 10 Bay

Afternoon Service

  • 4:30 pm depart main campus
  • 5:00 pm depart 10 bay
  • 5:30 pm depart main campus
  • 6:00 pm depart 10 bay
  • 6:30 pm depart main campus
  • 7:00 pm depart 10 bay
  • 7:30 pm depart main campus
  • 8:00 pm depart 10 bay

Main Campus Shuttle Stops/Route Enlarge this Map

Route 1

  1. Stop 1: Lot P Loop
  2. Stop 2: Lot M
  3. Stop 3: Lot I
  4. Stop 4A: McMaster University Student Centre (MUSC)
  5. Stop 5A: Arthur Bourns Building (ABB)
  6. Stop 6A: Lot Q
  7. Stop 7: Lot M Loop
  8. Stop 8: Lot P

Proposed Route 2

  1. Stop 4B: McMaster University Student Centre (MUSC)
  2. Stop 5B: Les Prince (LP) Hall
  3. Stop 6B: Peter George Centre for Living and Learning (PGCLL)

A map of the McMaster University campus displaying the various campus shuttle stops.

HSR

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HSR Homepage HSR Homepage

Taking the bus for the first time, or are a regular user? To be redirected to the HSR Homepage click below!

5 Delaware Information Learn More

Check out the page below to learn more about how and when you can take your next trip on the 5 Delaware!

51 University Information Learn More

Planning on taking 51 University? Learn more about the routes, frequency, and stops by clicking below! Plan your next trip today!

1 King Information Learn More

Click on the link below to learn more information about the 1 King bus.

10 B Line Express Information Learn More

From Eastgate to University Plaza, learn more about how the 10 B Line Express can be your next trip! Click below to learn more.

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How to Plan a Bus Trip

Taking the bus for the first, or are you a regular user? Click here to be redirected to learn how to plan for your next trip!

Bikes and the Bus

All buses a part of the HSR conveniently feature a bike rack mounted on its front, allowing cyclists to easily transport their bikes. For more information visit the Bike page of the HSR Website.

 

 

GO Transit

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GO Station Location GO Transit University Site

The McMaster GO Bus terminal is located to the west of campus between Thode Library and Mary Keyes Residence. 

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How to Use GO Transit How to Get Started

Are you a first time-user of GO Transit? No worries! Learn more here about how you can use GO transit!

GO Transit Website GO Transit Homepage

Looking for more information? Planning your next trip? Click here to be redirected to the GO Transit homepage!

GO Transit Routes GO Transit Routes Map

There are many routes that you can take on GO Transit, and it can get confusing sometimes. Look no further! Click here to learn in-depth information about the routes you can take!

Student Discount Student Discount Information

Everyone loves saving money, so why not save more with GO Transit? Click here to learn how you can save on your next ride!

Flixbus

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Plan Your Trip Flixbus Website

FlixBus provides simple and convenient transportation options in the form of one-way and round trips to and from campus, with routes connecting cities such as Toronto, London, Kingston, Barrie, Niagara, and Ottawa to McMaster. For detailed information on routes and rates, please visit the FlixBus website.