Travel Guide to ByWard Market

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from central Edmonton, take the Anthony Henday Drive (Highway 216) and head southeast. Follow the signs for Highway 2 South until you reach the junction for Highway 403 East towards Ottawa. Continue on Highway 403, then take the exit for Highway 416 North, which will lead you directly into Ottawa. Once in Ottawa, follow signs for downtown and the ByWard Market area. You can park at one of the many parking garages nearby, such as the ByWard Market parking garage, which typically costs around CAD 2-3 per hour.

• Public Transportation

  To reach ByWard Market using public transportation, start by taking an Edmonton Transit bus to the nearest major transit station. From there, you would need to catch a bus or train that connects to the Ottawa public transit system. Once you arrive in Ottawa, you can take the OC Transpo bus routes 1 or 7, which both stop near ByWard Market. The fare for a single trip on OC Transpo is approximately CAD 3.75.

• Rideshare

  Another convenient option is to use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Simply open the app, set your pickup location in Edmonton, and enter 'ByWard Market, Ottawa' as your destination. The ride will take you directly to the market, and you can expect the cost to be higher than public transportation, generally ranging from CAD 80 to CAD 120 depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

• Taxi

  You can also take a taxi from Edmonton to ByWard Market. While this is the most direct option, it can be quite expensive, with fares likely exceeding CAD 100. Make sure to confirm the fare with the driver before you start your journey. Taxis can be found at major hotels or called directly.