Weekend GO trains in Oakville, Burlington affected by new underpass construction

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Published May 9, 2024 at 11:10 am

Oakville GO Burlington delay construction

Beginning this weekend, and lasting for about a month, Lakeshore West GO Transit service will be temporarily modified on some weekends until Sunday, June 9 to allow for critical track work along the corridor in Burlington and Oakville.

The changes are due to the new rail underpass being built on Burloak Drive, the border between the two communities.

Separating Burloak Drive from the rail tracks will deliver the following benefits:

  • Allow increased GO service levels on the Lakeshore West line, supporting more frequent, two-way, all-day rail service
  • Optimize traffic flow and enhance pedestrian and vehicular safety
  • Widen Burloak Drive to accommodate four lanes of vehicular traffic with provisions for a future six-lane road.
  • Improvements at Superior Court and Prince William Drive, as well as minor improvements at Harvester and Wyecroft roads
  • Dedicated, multi-use pathways along the boulevard and on street bicycle lanes

Lakeshore West service will be adjusted on the following weekends:

  • May 11 and 12
  • May 25 and 26
  • June 1 and 2
  • June 8 and 9

During the weekends listed, Lakeshore West trains will operate every 15 minutes between Union Station to Oakville GO, and then hourly between Oakville to West Harbour GO stations.

On the upcoming May 18 to 20 Victoria Day long weekend, Lakeshore West rail services will not be modified and will run regular weekend schedule.

Riders are encouraged to check the GO Transit website when planning their trip.

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