Travel is a no-go on GO for two May weekends

Barrie's GO train service has several schedule changes to be aware of. PHOTO: CTV NEWS BARRIE

Major infrastructure work is going to take Barrie GO trains off the track for weekend service in May.

During the temporary closure of the Barrie line in May, crews will carry out foundational work for a second track and corridor improvements, including installing culverts and signaling works.

On the Davenport Diamond Greenway, crews will perform excavation work, pipe installation, asphalt paving and duct bank installation.

“Our infrastructure plan will bring significant, incremental service benefits to create a network with the capacity to deliver service every 15 minutes or better, all day, in both directions on core routes like the Barrie to Maple GO,” said the Metrolinx press release.

GO buses will replace Barrie’s train service at all stations except Downsview Park GO and Union Station on May 23- 24 and 30-31.

GO buses will run between Allandale Waterfront GO and the Highway 407 bus terminal.

Metrolinx is advising customers to plan ahead for upcoming travel during the Bruno Mars concerts at Rogers Stadium on May 23, 24 and 30.

Additionally, there will be no GO Transit service at Downsview Park GO or Union Station. If you are travelling to or from Downsview Park GO and Union Station, please consider TTC services.

Also note, replacement GO buses may depart at different times than train schedules.

Please check the Live Nation Rogers Stadium webpage for the latest venue information to help plan your visit.

Metrolinx understands that closures and service changes are disruptive. Weekend service disruptions are scheduled months in advance to accommodate work to improve and maintain the transit system.