Toronto’s long-awaited Finch West LRT has officially begun service, offering commuters a fresh transit option in the city’s northwest. The 10.3 kilometre route with 18 stops — running from Finch West Station to Humber College — began carrying passengers on December 7, 2025.
Officials celebrated the milestone, calling it the city’s first new rail line since 2002 and a major step forward for Toronto’s transit network.
What the New Line Offers
Line 6 Finch West provides a direct, dedicated connection along Finch Avenue West, integrating with the existing subway and regional transit services. Riders will have access to TTC services as well as connections to GO Transit, MiWay, York Region Transit and Brampton Züm.
During peak hours, trains are scheduled every 6.5 minutes; during off-peak times they arrive every 10 to 12 minutes. As a “soft opening,” trains currently run from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Sundays.
On opening day, fares were free to encourage ridership and give residents a chance to experience the new service first-hand.
A Long Time Coming from Planning to Launch
The Finch West LRT project dates back to 2007. Construction officially began in 2019, with the line originally slated to open in 2023. Delays — driven by funding decisions, design changes and logistical challenges — pushed the launch date to 2025.
Despite the setbacks, transit officials and city leaders say the completed line represents a long-term investment in sustainable transit, reduced congestion and improved connectivity for northwest Toronto communities.
What This Means for Toronto
With the debut of Line 6, thousands of commuters now have a faster, more reliable transit option. The LRT is expected to ease pressure on busy bus routes, improve access to Humber College and help integrate several suburban regions more tightly with central Toronto.
For now, Line 6 stands as a symbol of progress and a reminder of what long-term urban planning can achieve when persistence and public demand meet.
