Streetcar Derailment Disrupts Toronto Commute
A Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) streetcar derailed Thursday morning, causing significant traffic disruptions in the city’s downtown core. Emergency responders were on the scene, impacting several transit routes and forcing road closures during the peak commute hours.
Incident Overview
The incident occurred at approximately 7:20 a.m. at the intersection of Bathurst and Dundas streets. The streetcar veered off its tracks, prompting immediate road closures and service diversions. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported as a result of the derailment.
HAZARD:
Dundas St and Bathurst St
7:23 am
-streetcar has derailed S/B Bathurst St
-no reported injuries
ROAD CLOSURES:
-S/B Bathurst closed at Dundas St
-Dundas St both E/B and W/B closed at Bathurst St
-expect delays in the area
-consider alternate routes#GO1272588
^lm— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) June 19, 2025
Impact on Transit
TTC services experienced significant disruptions because of the derailment. Routes 505 Dundas, 511 Bathurst, and 506 Carlton were all affected by the incident. According to recent data, transit delays of this nature can cause a 15% increase in commute times (Transit Authority Report).
Service Updates
The TTC has reported that service has now resumed on both the 506 and 505 lines, though delays may continue. Shuttle buses are currently operating to assist commuters impacted by the derailment. Authorities have since removed the streetcar from the site.
Motorists should still expect delays in the area and are advised to seek alternative routes. Toronto Police are asking drivers to be patient as crews work to restore normal traffic flow.
