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Pros: Friendly. Cons: Time lines, it’s always late. Tips: It doesn’t always have wifi on the bus.
Barrie to Orillia coach
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Journey Information
There are 9 intercity coaches per day from Barrie to Orillia. Traveling by coach from Barrie to Orillia usually takes around 40 minutes, but the fastest Ontario Northland coach can make the trip in 29 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (32 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 29m |
| Cheapest price | £5.62 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | Ontario Northland |
| Coach lines | 1 |
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What coach companies travel from Barrie to Orillia?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Barrie to Orillia. Ontario Northland connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Northland | 9 | 0h 40m | £5.88 |
Ontario Northland has been running coaches since 1937 and continues to provide essential intercity service across Canada's second-largest province. Onboard their vehicles, passengers will find Wi-Fi connectivity described by passengers as excellent. Ontario Northland's clean and comfortable vehicles also include power outlets, air conditioning, and restrooms. Ontario Northland trips from Barrie to Orillia usually take about 0 hours and 40 minutes, with an average ticket price of .
Frequently Asked Questions
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The coach takes an average of 40 minutes to cover the 20 miles from Barrie to Orillia. However, the fastest coach only takes 29 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Barrie to Orillia for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Orillia, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from Barrie to Orillia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 9 scheduled coaches that travel from Barrie to Orillia every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Barrie to Orillia without transferring.
City Information
Barrie
Barrie is a beautiful lakeside city whose waterfront draws visitors from near and far. Kempenfelt Bay is home to three beaches, lush bayside gardens, and the serene Waterfront Trail, but Barrie also has much more to offer. A walking tour through the historic Downtown district reveals the city's diverse cultural and architectural heritage. This is also the place to embrace Barrie's thriving art scene in the form of the renowned MacLaren Art Centre and the city's iconic Spirit Catcher sculpture by the bay. Standout outdoor activities include hot air balloon rides over Barrie, Lake Simcoe scuba diving, and wintertime skiing.
With a dizzying selection of antique shops, flea markets, small boutiques, and big shopping malls, Barrie is home to a one-of-a-kind shopping culture that is well worth exploring. And if you're visiting during the ice hockey season, be sure to catch a game at the Barrie Molson Centre.
Barrie is well served by highway and rail links that connect the city to Toronto, from which destinations further afield are accessible. Intercity bus travel is available downtown from the centrally-located Barrie Bus Terminal.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Barrie?
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Main departure station: 24 Maple Ave
Built in 1991 to replace an older terminal across the street, the Barrie Bus Terminal on Maple Ave is one of Barrie's municipal and intercity coach stations. Ontario Northland coaches run from this station to destinations like Toronto and Ottawa. Inside the large building, passengers will find plenty of seating, restrooms, and customer service staff. The bus terminal is close to the bars and restaurants along nearby Dunlop Street and a short walk from Heritage Park on Lake Simcoe.
All coach stations in Barrie:
24 Maple Ave
Where does the coach arrive in Orillia?
Main arrival station: Knight’s Inn
Coaches arrive in Orillia at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Orillia:
Knight’s Inn
Soldiers' Memorial Hospital
Lakehead University
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