iXpress
More Buses! More Service!
Monday to Friday:
Every 10 minutes from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Every 15 minutes from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Every 30 minutes from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday:
Every 30 minutes from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Every 30 minutes from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday:
Every 30 minutes from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Check the schedule for exact times.
More than a fast route
The iXpress route is designed to transport passengers between south Cambridge and north Waterloo along the fastest, most efficient route. There are 14 stations along the iXpress route, including existing terminals at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo, Charles Street Transit Terminal and Fairview Park Mall in Kitchener, and Cambridge Centre and the Ainslie Street Transit Terminal in Cambridge.
The 14 stations are marked with iXpress signs.
iXpress schedule
iXpress gets an early start Monday to Friday. Timing of the first bus depends where you are located and the direction in which you are travelling, but the iXpress system is in full swing by 5:40 a.m. Buses run at 10-minute intervals until 6:00 p.m., 15-minute intervals until 8:30 p.m., then at 30-minute intervals until 11 p.m.On Saturdays, iXpress runs at 30-minute intervals from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., 15-minute intervals from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and 30-minute intervals from 6 p.m. until 11:30 p.m.
Sunday and statutory holidays, buses run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 30-minute intervals.
How to calculate travel time
Following are typical weekday morning rush hour travel times between iXpress stations. To calculate your time, find the station you are leaving on the left. Then find the station you wish to travel to along the top. The corresponding square lets you know how long that trip should take. 
iXpress features
Transit priority measures are in place to help our buses move along the route more quickly. Fifteen key intersections have transit priority signals which detect iXpress buses as they approach and either extends the green or shortens the red signal to minimize delay.Special stations
The iXpress stations connect existing GRT routes, walking and cycling. Digital signs in the new-style shelters display the actual arrival time of the next bus. Select stations also have map displays, bike racks and bike lockers.
Walking routes to key iXpress stations were improved and additional links to the Regional Cycling Network will be provided. All GRT buses now have bike racks, so walking, cycling and transit can be easily combined.
Web-based trip planning
Try our Web-based trip planning at www.grt.ca. Select your departure point, destination, date and time of your planned trip, and the maximum distance you want to walk. The web trip planner will display the best route, including bus stop locations and scheduleiXpress Q&A
1. Where are the iXpress stations?
There are 14 stations between north Waterloo and south Cambridge:
- Conestoga Mall (transit terminal)
- McCormick (Parkside Drive & Cedarbrae Avenue)
- R&T Park (Research & Technology Park on Hagey Road)
- U of Waterloo (Davis Centre)
- Laurier (University Avenue & Hazel Street)
- Uptown Waterloo (Waterloo Town Square on King Street South)
- Grand River Hospital (King Street West)
- Victoria (at King Street)
- Charles Street Transit Terminal
- Ottawa (Charles & Ottawa Streets)
- Fairview Park Mall (transit terminal)
- SmartCentres (near Montana's)
- Cambridge Centre (transit terminal)
- Ainslie Street Transit Terminal
We receive many requests for additional stops. While all receive consideration, remember that fewer stations result in faster service.
2. How do I recognize an iXpress station?
Stations have special signs with the iXpress logo.
3. Can I get off the bus wherever I want?
Buses stop at iXpress stations only. To keep the route fast and efficient, please do not ask the operator to make a special stop.
4. How long does the iXpress take?
From Ainslie Street Transit Terminal to Conestoga Mall takes approximately 75 minutes.
5. What hours does iXpress operate?
Monday to Friday:
Every 10 minutes from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Every 15 minutes from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Every 30 minutes from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday:
Every 30 minutes from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Every 30 minutes from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday:
Every 30 minutes from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
6. Can I transfer between iXpress and a regular GRT route?
Yes. Ask the operator for a GRT transfer when you board, as you would on any route.
7. Do regular fares apply to iXpress?
Yes. There is no extra charge for iXpress.
Link to the Fares page
8. Are iXpress buses wheelchair-accessible?
Yes, all iXpress buses are low-floor and wheelchair-accessible.
9. Does iXpress have special features?
A Global Positioning System (GPS) tracks each bus so digital signs at iXpress stops can display actual arrival times. iXpress buses also travel more efficiently using transit priority signals which detect an approaching iXpress bus and either extend a green light or shorten a red.
For an iXpress schedule go to EasyGO or look under the Routes & Schedules menu.
