Commute from Vaughan to North York Centre
Driving wins at 8 AM: about 30 minutes versus 58 by transit.
| Mode | Time at 8 AM | Distance | Typical route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving | 30 min | 14.2 km | Finch Ave W |
| Transit | 58 min | 14.9 km | — |
Weekday morning peak (Tuesday 8 AM departure), Google Maps traffic data. Times checked August 2026.
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Vaughan Metropolitan Centre put Vaughan on the subway map — Line 1 runs straight down to Union. Drivers still face the 400-to-401 interchange, one of the worst merges in the GTA.
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