Elizabethtown-Kitley to Barrie

• Highway 400 Traffic

  Check traffic reports before leaving, as the 400 can experience significant delays.
• Parking

  Use the municipal parking lots near the waterfront for easy access to the beach.
• Cottage Traffic

  Avoid traveling north on Friday evenings to bypass heavy cottage-bound traffic.
• Winter Gear

  Barrie receives significant lake-effect snow; ensure your vehicle has winter tires.
• Local Transit

  Barrie Transit provides bus service throughout the city if you arrive by car.

• Speed Limits

  Observe strict speed limits on Highway 400, as police presence is high.
• Weather Alerts

  Be prepared for sudden snow squalls when driving north of the GTA.
• Vehicle Check

  Check your tire pressure before the trip, as temperature changes affect it.
• Visibility

  Use headlights during the day on the 400 to increase visibility to other drivers.

• Is there a train to Barrie?
  GO Transit offers train service from Toronto, but not from Elizabethtown-Kitley.
• How long is the drive?
  Approximately 4.5 to 5 hours.
• What is the best highway?
  Highway 400 is the main route into Barrie.
• Is it a toll road?
  The 400 is toll-free, but the 407 bypass is a toll road.
• Can I take a bus?
  Yes, private bus lines operate from Toronto to Barrie.

• From Elizabethtown-Kitley, Ontario, Canada
• To Barrie, Ontario, Canada
• Modes

June to August for lake activities or January to March for skiing.