Explore Elmira

Make the most of your visit to Waterloo Central Railway by hopping aboard the FREE WCR Elmira Shuttle and exploring everything Downtown Elmira has to offer!

Running on Thursdays and Saturdays from June 18 to September 26, the shuttle provides a convenient connection between the Elmira Train Station and Downtown Elmira, making it easy to spend a few hours shopping, dining, and discovering local attractions before returning to the train.

Train Station Address: 155 Howard Avenue, Elmira, Ontario N3B 2E2 (Please note there is limited street parking available at this station)

Downtown Elmira Drop off/Pick up Location: 24 Church St W, Elmira (At the corner of Church St. W and Maple St, near Home Hardware)

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OPERATING DAYS
Thursdays & Saturdays

SEASON:
June 18 – September 26

DEPARTURE TIMES:
From the Train Station Southbound to St. Jacobs:
11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
From 24 Church St W back to the WCR Train Station:
12:45 PM and 2:45 PM

Please note there is no bus available on Tuesdays and it is an approximate 30 minute walk from the Elmira Station to Downtown Elmira.

From boutique shopping and specialty stores to restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and professional services, Downtown Elmira is full of locally owned businesses waiting to be discovered.

Visit the Downtown Elmira BIA website to browse the full business directory and plan your visit.

A visit to Downtown Elmira wouldn’t be complete without experiencing the Elmira Farmers’ Market. Browse fresh produce, baked goods, local crafts, specialty foods, and products from local growers and makers.

It’s a wonderful way to support local businesses while discovering the flavours and creativity of the region.

Open Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May through October.

Discover public art throughout Downtown Elmira with the Elmira Art Walk.

This self-guided experience showcases creative works by local artists and offers visitors another reason to explore the downtown core.