Due to harbour conditions, starting on January 27, 2022, the ferry will operate on the Reduced Service in Ice Schedule.
Ferries leave the city from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, located at the foot of Bay Street at Queens Quay.
During off-season/winter, the ferry travels to Ward’s Island only. The During Off-Season section of this web page has more information on what facilities are available during the winter.
Visit All Ferry Schedules for seasonal departure times.
Departure times are subject to change due to weather or mechanical issues
| Departs City | Departs Ward’s Island |
|---|---|
| 6:35 a.m. | 7:00 a.m. |
| 7:30 a.m. | 8:00 a.m. |
| 8:30 a.m.* | 8:45 a.m. |
| 9:00 a.m.* | 9:30 a.m. |
| 10:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. |
| 11:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. |
| 12:30 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. |
| 3:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m.* |
| 3:45 p.m. | 4:00 p.m.* |
| 4:15 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 5:00 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. |
| 6:00 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. |
| 7:00 p.m. | 7:30 p.m. |
| 8:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 9:30 p.m. | 10:00 p.m. |
| 10:30 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. |
| 11:30 p.m. | 11:50 p.m. |
*No vehicles allowed on these trips.
| Departs City | Departs Ward’s Island |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| 9:00 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. |
| 10:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. |
| 11:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. |
| 12:30 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. |
| 3:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. |
| 4:00 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 5:00 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. |
| 6:30 p.m. | 7:00 p.m. |
| 7:30 p.m. | 8:00 p.m. |
| 8:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 10:00 p.m. | 10:30 p.m. |
| 11:00 p.m. | 11:30 p.m. |
Having issues with buying a ticket? Check out our troubleshooting guide.
You can buy tickets at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal.
Buying advance tickets, either online or in-person, doesn’t guarantee priority boarding on any Ferry. No re-entry is permitted with advanced tickets.
Includes return trip. No refunds.
| Type of ticket | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult | $8.50 |
| Youth (ages 15 to 19) /Senior (over 65 with proof of age) |
$5.50 |
| Junior (ages two to 14) | $4.00 |
| Infant (under two) | Free |
A discount of 10 per cent is applied to the purchase of 10 or more prepaid passenger tickets when purchased online and/or at the ferry docks.
Monthly passes can only be bought at the Ferry Docks ticket booths.
| Type of pass | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult Monthly Pass | $108.25 |
| Youth/Senior Monthly Pass | $80.75 |
| Junior Monthly Pass | $54.25 |
Toronto Island’s off-season runs from late-October/early November until mid-April. Visit Ferry Schedules for ferry times throughout the year.
Here’s what you need to know about visiting Toronto Island Park during the off-season:
With over 30 rides and attractions and more than 14 food outlets, there’s something for everyone at Centreville.
The garden is a hands-on learning environment that combines interactive features with recreational programming for children.
Meet ponies, rabbits, sheep, chickens, and other barnyard creatures at this free hobby and petting farm.
Out of Toronto’s 11 swimming beaches, four are located on Toronto Island Park. Hanlan’s Point Park beach is the only City-owned beach with a clothing-optional area.
See our listing of splash pads, too!
This beautiful hedge maze on Centre Island park has 1,200 Black Cedars planted in a winding design that recreates the original Toronto Island maze, a landmark built in 1967 to honour Canada’s centennial year.
Each Toronto Island camp will include nature and environmental studies, crafts, tram rides, the high ropes course, fishing and swimming. Learn more about camps.
Learn more about the privately operated Bed & Breakfasts on the Toronto Island Community website. Although there is no overnight camping allowed on Toronto Island Park, non-profit kid’s groups like Girl Guides or Boy Scouts can obtain a one-time permit for Snake Island.
On Ward’s Island, visit The Island Café. Centre Island offers the Carousel Café, Toronto Island BBQ & Beer Co., and Centreville’s many food outlets! If you’re on the go, stop by the snack shop or beach bar.
Visit Useful Information to learn about catering and more.
Rent a boat from The Boat House, or bring your own. Visit Paddle Sports to learn about other rentals, storage and launch points.
Don’t miss the Allan A. Lamport Regatta Course on Long Pond!
There’s so much to do on Toronto Island Park. Have a picnic, catch a fish, rent a bicycle, play frisbee golf and more!
Download the amenities map to find what you’re looking for.
| Type of Boat | Maximum Boat Capacity | One Hour* | Three Hours* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canoe | Three adults or two adults and two children | $30.00 | $75.50 |
| Pedal Boat | Two adults and one children | $30.00 | $75.50 |
| Solo Kayak | One adult | $19.00 | $43.00 |
| Tandem Kayak | Two adults | $38.00 | $99.00 |
Reservations are made on-site starting at 12 p.m. with last rental leaving at 5 p.m. We only accept Credit and Debit cards for payment.
*Tax included.
Closed for the 2021 season.
| Type of Ticket | Price* |
|---|---|
| Adult | $10.00 |
| Senior | $7.25 |
| Student | $7.25 |
| Child | $5.50 |
Only Credit and Debit cards are accepted for payment.
*Tax included
Closed until further notice.
If you’re planning to host a gathering of 25 or more people, you need to book the area. This booking will give reserve the picnic area. Otherwise, picnic spaces are first-come, first-serve.
Find a list of all facilities, like the number of water fountains and washrooms, for Hanlan’s Point, Centre Island and Ward’s Island.