Toronto’s streetcar network is one of North America’s largest and most unique. For locals and visitors alike, understanding the rules around boarding and exiting a streetcar could be the difference between a safe commute and a life-altering injury.
Why Are Toronto Streetcars More Dangerous Than Buses?
If you are visiting Toronto this summer or are simply new to riding the TTC, the streetcar network can feel unfamiliar. Unlike buses, streetcars run along the centre of busy roads like King Street, Queen Street, and Spadina Avenue, stopping in the middle of traffic to let passengers on and off. There is often no curb, platform, or barrier between you and moving vehicles. You step directly into a live lane of the road.
