Service restored on Finch West LRT after morning switch problem
A switch problem interrupted service on Line 6 between Tobermory and Finch West early Monday. Shuttle buses were deployed and trains resumed around 7:25 a.m.
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By Torontoer Staff
Service on the Finch West LRT resumed Monday morning after a temporary suspension caused by a switch problem, the TTC says. Trains were not running between Tobermory and Finch West stations before service returned at about 7:25 a.m.
The TTC posted the alert on its Service Alerts account and said shuttle buses were sent to replace trains while crews addressed the issue. The agency did not report injuries or further complications with Line 6 operations.
What happened
Shortly before the morning commute, the TTC reported a switch problem on the Finch West LRT that forced the line to suspend trains between Tobermory and Finch West stations. The agency deployed shuttle buses to carry passengers along the affected segment while maintenance staff worked to restore normal service.
Line 6 Finch West: No service between Tobermory and Finch West stations due to a switch problem. Shuttle buses are on the way.
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Impact on riders
The disruption affected riders who were travelling on the Finch West corridor during the morning peak. Shuttle buses typically take longer than trains because they must navigate surface traffic and make additional stops, so travellers should expect delays when a section of the LRT is replaced by buses.
For many commuters, the outage meant adjusting connections to other routes or allowing extra time for travel. The TTC’s real-time service updates are the primary source for route changes and alternative options during incidents like this.
TTC response and timeline
The TTC’s initial alert went out on social media, advising there was no service between Tobermory and Finch West stations and that shuttle buses were on the way. Maintenance crews worked on the switch, and the TTC reported service had resumed at around 7:25 a.m. The agency has not released additional technical details about the cause of the switch problem or the specific repairs performed.
When service interruptions occur, the TTC’s priority is to return vehicles to normal operation safely. That process can include inspections, adjustments to track equipment, and testing before trains are allowed to resume.
How to plan for similar disruptions
- Follow TTC Service Alerts on X, and check the TTC website or the official app for updates.
- Allow extra travel time during peak hours, especially when reports of equipment or track problems appear.
- Consider surface bus routes that run parallel to the LRT as alternatives, but expect longer travel times during busy periods.
- Use trip-planning apps that aggregate transit options to compare routes and travel times in real time.
A quick note on Line 6
Line 6 Finch West is Toronto’s light rail route serving the northwest Finch corridor. As a surface-running LRT, it depends on track switches and signalling equipment that occasionally require maintenance or adjustments. Service interruptions for mechanical or infrastructure issues are relatively uncommon but can happen, and the TTC typically responds by sending replacement buses and communicating updates through its channels.
If you travel on Line 6 regularly, keeping the TTC’s service alerts bookmarked and allowing alternative routes in your commute plan will reduce the impact of unexpected disruptions.
The TTC has restored trains to the affected segment. Riders should check the agency’s channels for any follow-up notices or schedule changes later in the day.
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