Two O-Train lines in Ottawa will be closed next weekend for maintenance work, OC Transpo's new general manager Rick Leary announced Friday. Lines 2 and 4 will shut down on June 13-14 to allow for proactive maintenance activities, including an end-to-end track inspection that requires a full line closure.
Details of the Shutdown
Line 2, which runs between Bayview and Limebank stations, and the Line 4 spur connecting South Keys station with the Ottawa airport, will both be out of service during the weekend. Bus service will replace the trains along the north-south route.
Bus Replacement Services
The R2 bus service will operate between Bayview and Limebank stations every 12 minutes. For Line 4, Route 105 will run every 15 minutes as an alternative. OC Transpo advises passengers to plan for additional travel time during the closure.
In a social media release, Leary emphasized that the coordinated maintenance activities are essential for ensuring the reliability and safety of the O-Train system. The shutdown allows crews to perform inspections and maintenance that would be difficult to conduct during regular operations.
This proactive approach aims to minimize future disruptions and maintain high service standards for Ottawa transit users. The lines are expected to resume normal service on Monday, June 15.
