Fleet facts

Train fleet
Bi-level railcar
F59PH locomotive

GO Transit trains are a familiar sight in the Greater Toronto Area, with their distinctive green-and-white design. They are the backbone of the GO system, carrying about 170,000 passengers per day over seven lines. GO Train service connects with GO Buses, regional transit, and the Toronto Transit Commission system (TTC).

Bi-level railcar
GO Transit’s bi-level railcar debuted in 1978. It actually has three levels, with a mezzanine at each end of the car. The bi-level was engineered in Ontario specifically for our commuter service needs, with passenger comfort a prime feature of the design.

Each car has floor and overhead heaters, as well as two air-conditioning units. In addition to four sets of sliding side doors, the bi-level has a door at either end to let passengers walk between cars, even when the train is moving. The side windows are tinted safety glass. Each car has a washroom, and a passenger alarm system to alert the train crew of any problems on board.

One car of every GO Train is accessible to passengers who use mobility devices. Seats on the lower level flip up to make room for a wheelchair or scooter. A train crew member places a portable bridge between a specially designed “mini-platform” and the railcar for boarding and disembarking. Most GO Train stations have a special mini-platform on the main platform.

These distinctive railcars are built in Thunder Bay, Ontario, by Bombardier Inc.

Seating capacity: up to 162 passengers
Length: 25.9 m (85 ft)
Width: 3.0 m (9 ft 10 in)
Height: 4.85 m (15 ft 11 in)
Weight (empty): 49,440 kg (109,000 lb)

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F59PH locomotive
GO Transit’s diesel-electric locomotive was developed to meet our needs for fuel economy, operating efficiency, crew comfort, and ride quality. It’s designed to haul a 10-car train in stop-and-go commuter service.

Built in London, Ontario, by General Motors Locomotive Group, the F59PH debuted in 1988.

Length: 17.7 m (58 ft 2 in)
Width: 3.2 m (10 ft 6 in)
Height: 4.8 m (15 ft 9.2 in)
Gross weight: 118 tons (260,000 lb)
Fuel capacity: up to 8,410 L (1,850 gal)
Maximum operating speed: 133 km-h (83 mph)

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Bus fleet
Suburban buses
Highway buses

GO Buses are designed with the safety and comfort of our passengers in mind. All buses are heated and air-conditioned, and have comfortable seats. Every bus is in radio contact with our control centre.

Suburban buses
These unique buses are a hybrid of city transit and highway buses. They are suitable for frequent stops and express service as they have one wide front door for both boarding and disembarking. They are scheduled to run primarily on routes that involve secondary roads as well as highway operation. Features of the suburban buses include reclining seats, reading lights, and overhead luggage storage. Our current suburban fleet consists entirely of buses manufactured by Orion Bus Industries in Mississauga, Ontario. All buses delivered since 2000 are equipped with a front-step wheelchair lift and have interior positions for two wheelchairs.

Seating capacity: 45-47 passengers
Length: 12.2 m (40 ft)
Fuel capacity: 682 L (150 gal)
Range on full tank: 960 km (600 mi)
Model: Orion V Suburban

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Highway buses
The highway coach is the backbone of our bus operation and comprises nearly 90 per cent of our fleet. It was GO’s first bus to have the ability to “kneel,” which involves lowering the front end to bring the doorstep closer to the ground. These buses have underfloor luggage compartments, reading lights, reclining seats, and overhead storage. Newer buses also have magazine nets and individually controlled air-conditioning vents. The highway buses are manufactured by Motor Coach Industries in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and by Prevost Car Company in St. Claude, Quebec. Since 1999, all of these buses have been equipped with exterior wheelchair lifts and have two interior wheelchair stations.

Seating capacity: 49-57 passengers
Length: 12.2 m (40 ft), 12.4 m (40.5 ft), and 13.72 m (45 ft)
Fuel capacity: 559 L (123 gal) to 726 L (160 gal)
Range on full tank: 785 km (488 mi) to 1100 km (683 mi)
Models: MCI 102A2, 102A3, 102C3, D4500; Prevost

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GO by the numbers

For some more quick facts about GO's fleet and services, see GO by the numbers.