Winnipeg’s New Transit Network Is Here – What You Need to Know
A big change has rolled out across Winnipeg’s public transit system—and it’s all about making travel simpler, more efficient, and better connected.
As of this spring, the City of Winnipeg has officially launched its new Transit Master Plan, featuring a redesigned bus network to serve our growing city and evolving communities. This is the first major overhaul of the system in decades, and it reflects years of planning, consultation, and public feedback.
What’s Changing?
At the heart of this new network is a “spine-and-feeder” model, designed to improve frequency, reliability, and travel times:
1. Frequent Transit Routes (Spines)
- These are high-frequency corridors where buses run every 5–15 minutes during peak times.
- They form the backbone of the system, connecting major destinations across the city like downtown, post-secondary campuses, hospitals, and shopping centres.
2. Local and Feeder Routes
- These connect residential neighbourhoods to the frequent transit lines, improving coverage and reducing long wait times.
3. On-Demand Service
- Some lower-density areas will now have flexible, on-demand rides that you can book to connect with the main network—a new approach to meet community needs.
Plan Your Trip
To help you navigate the new system, Winnipeg Transit has updated several tools and apps:
- Navigo Trip Planner (desktop & mobile): https://winnipegtransit.com/en/navigo
- Winnipeg Transit App for iOS: App Store – Winnipeg Transit
- Winnipeg Transit App for Android: Google Play – Winnipeg Transit
- Real-time info by text: Text your stop number to 287898 to get real-time arrivals.
- Call 311 for help or to speak with a representative.
What This Means for You
The new system brings:
- More frequent service
- Simplified routes and better connections
- Extended service during evenings and weekends
- Easier transfers between neighbourhoods and destinations
Let’s Keep Moving Forward
This is a major step in modernizing our city’s public transportation and preparing for the future. Whether you ride daily or once a week, I encourage you to check your route, try out the apps, and share your experience.
Your feedback is important as we continue working toward a greener, more connected Winnipeg.
—
Cindy Gilroy
City Councillor, Daniel McIntyre Ward
