MiWay updates some bus services to UTM campus
Updates to several major routes, including the cancellation of the 101A Dundas Express and the extension of Route 48, are changing how students commute.
MiWay recently announced a series of changes to its bus services to the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) campus, including new routes, cancellations, and stop relocations, effective as of February 23.
One of the most significant changes is the extension of Route 48 Erin Mills, which now services UTM directly. According to signage posted at the Inner Circle bus terminal, Route 48 now stops at the west end of the loop (Stop #4800), providing a direct connection between campus and areas along Erin Mills Parkway.
MiWay has also discontinued the 101A Dundas Express route. MiWay advises riders who previously relied on this service to use Route 1 Dundas instead, which continues to operate along Dundas Street but with more frequent stops. MiWay has also cancelled Route 1C Dundas.
Additional adjustments include stop adjustments for Route 26 Burnhamthorpe in South Common Centre and other services across the MiWay network.
Updated maps at the Inner Circle terminal indicate revised boarding locations for multiple routes. The westernmost stop now serves Route 48, while routes such as 44 and 126 operate from nearby stops along Inner Circle Road. Dundas-bound routes, including Route 1, continue to board closer to the Kaneff Centre side of the loop.
For many students, the new Route 48 offers a more convenient alternative to multi-bus commutes. Harshita Kakkar, a third-year psychology and forensic science student, said she previously relied on Routes 44 North and 35 West, often facing long waits outdoors.
“It was around a 40-minute commute including waiting time, and much harder later in the day, especially in extreme cold,” Kakkar said. “Now it’s one direct bus from campus, so the stress is reduced.”
She added that the extension improves accessibility for students who live along the route and rely solely on public transit, allowing them to stay on campus longer to study or attend evening activities.
However, she noted that frequency remains a concern, particularly on weekends and late at night. “More direct routes help, but waiting time is still an issue,” Kakkar expressed.MiWay suggests that riders check updated schedules and stop locations online as the changes take effect. Commuters can check for updates on MiWay’s website under the ‘Announcements’ page.
