Grand River Transit

[TransitIsMyThing]

I feel like eventually the 201 might benefit from a different type of bus, whether that be artics or the ION buses. 

[Stops At]

6 hours ago, TransitIsMyThing said:

I feel like eventually the 201 might benefit from a different type of bus, whether that be artics or the ION buses. 

It is unknown what the articulated will be used for. They're always seems to be some sort of delay with them.

[TransitIsMyThing]

Does anyone know what the 204 short turns to Central are used for? Are they interlined with the GO train or is it just because the bus is leaving service? 

[3302]

3 hours ago, TransitIsMyThing said:

Does anyone know what the 204 short turns to Central are used for? Are they interlined with the GO train or is it just because the bus is leaving service? 

It's to end the 15-minute service on the 204

[TransitIsMyThing]

Thought it might be nice to post these, just for fun. 

 

This is my Sorry, Bus Full picture collection.

There are only 6 but I am hoping to add more soon

Here they are!

On Route 1

On Route 204

On Route 204

On Route 202

On Route 16 (on detour)

On Route 1

 

Welp, that's all of them

 

[TransitIsMyThing]

Forgot to add, if you have any pictures of Sorry, Bus Full I would love to see them 

[TransitIsMyThing]

22201 has half a hybrid wrap on one side, anyone know why?

sorry for bad picture quality 

[fromthe905]

On 5/21/2024 at 4:28 PM, TransitIsMyThing said:

22201 has half a hybrid wrap on one side, anyone know why?

sorry for bad picture quality 

Probably fell off... wraps only last for so long before peeling

[Transit 20]

ion turns 5 this weekend coming June 22-23 and GRT will be free that weekend.

 

https://www.grt.ca/en/about-grt/ion-5th-birthday.aspx

[Stops At]

Looks like the new MobilityPlus Arboc order is currently being delivered. Spotted 12402 yesterday.

[GMoldlook]

So...anyone know why the ION is still as slow as a snail on the Courtland/Heyward section of the track?

[Transit 20]

its because they have a speed restrictions been like this since start and will not be lifted don't want anyone derailing 

[GMoldlook]

Well, I'm not the only one complaining about the slow speed...what's so special about that section of track?  There are a number of complaints about it last time I looked on the map where people are making suggestions for future improvements.  Certainly it's defeating the purpose of being "rapid" transit.  Anyone have a more detailed explanation?

[AnthonyTheBusFan2006]

I have a feeling that Grand River Transit unit 8016 might be retired. According to Transsee, it was last seen on May 31st, 2024

[Transit 20]

I will ask my contacts at fleet they were post to be doing engine rebuilds on the 2008

[Transit 20]

8016 is back in service currently on the 33.

[3302]

Anyone have the "new" 91 routing? I can't find it anywhere

[Tilted_windows]

10 hours ago, 3302 said:

Anyone have the "new" 91 routing? I can't find it anywhere

Yes, it would be nice to know... Also will Route 92 be returning (maybe routed via Regina Street)?

[3302]

19 hours ago, Russell Forbes said:

Yes, it would be nice to know... Also will Route 92 be returning (maybe routed via Regina Street)?

No just the 91 is returning 

[Tilted_windows]

I noticed recently that the 302 has a green circle on the new map... is the same thing going to happen where we're going to have a "blue ION" (like the Blue iXpress) and then "Green ION" (the old iXpress routes & 302, given the same nomenclature but not much more)....

I also had a question... Why doesn't the GRT run express versions of routes rather than an iXpress route that serves as both a local and an express... i.e. a route 15 that serves all former stops along fischer-hallman and a 115 that serves every four or so? That way those who don't want to walk can take the lower frequency (but closer local route), while those who prefer not to wait can take the higher frequency (but less stops) express or iXpress route? Something reminiscent of the old 16/116 and current 10/110 combinations.

Last thing is that did anybody else notice that the new 35 "Greenbrook" is essentially the old 2 "Forest Hill" (c. 2005-2015) minus service on Stonybrook, Westmount, Avalon and Southmoor.

[BoredCapturer]

Since GRT has decided to remove some stops to speed up service, wouldn't it be a good idea to also remove the stops on Weber/Noecker? Everyone in the area would still be within a 7-8 minute walk of a bus stop, so I feel like this could be added to the plan.

https://www.grt.ca/en/rider-information/stop-and-shelter-changes.aspx#Stop-changes-on-Sept-2-2024

[TransitIsMyThing]

On 7/23/2024 at 5:53 PM, BoredCapturer said:

Since GRT has decided to remove some stops to speed up service, wouldn't it be a good idea to also remove the stops on Weber/Noecker? Everyone in the area would still be within a 7-8 minute walk of a bus stop, so I feel like this could be added to the plan.

https://www.grt.ca/en/rider-information/stop-and-shelter-changes.aspx#Stop-changes-on-Sept-2-2024

I think they should maybe also consider Elm Ridge/Hillbrook or Elm Ridge/Hickory Heights on the 1, as they are like 120ish meters apart. (For buses bound towards fairway)

On 7/17/2024 at 11:21 AM, Russell Forbes said:

I noticed recently that the 302 has a green circle on the new map...

I noticed that as well, I feel like it looks kind of out of place especially since the ION route on the map isn't numbered.

On 7/17/2024 at 11:21 AM, Russell Forbes said:

Last thing is that did anybody else notice that the new 35 "Greenbrook" is essentially the old 2 "Forest Hill" (c. 2005-2015) minus service on Stonybrook, Westmount, Avalon and Southmoor.

I can see that, there was also service on Spadina though. 

[GMoldlook]

Before the fall schedules go up, anyone have any intel on any extra/addition/surprise changes to routes coming this fall?

[Transit 20]

I do I know lots but I'm not telling lol

[GMoldlook]

Well, guess I asked for nothing...