Welcome to London, Ontario Canada

You can catch a connecting flight from Toronto to London International Airport. From the London Airport you can take a taxi or Uber to London's downtown or Western's campus.

Checker Limousines are available at the exit of London International Airport. The cost of the taxi ranges from approximately $25-$35 plus tip. It is customary to tip 10-15% of the price charged.

  Driving from the London Airport to Western University

• Drive West on Oxford Street (the main street exiting from the airport)
• Turn right (north) on Richmond Street
• Turn left (west) on University Drive at Western's main gates

Air Canada Promotion Code 

Use Western's promotion code for up to a 10% discount with Air Canada! The code is valid for travel between July 01 to July 19, 2024.

Email iacac@uwo.ca to request the promotion code and then book via aircanada.com.

Air Canada is a Star Alliance member.

Arrivals

Representatives from Western University, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) and York University will be at the Toronto Pearson International Airport to meet and greet arriving International ACAC members during the following days and times:

• Sunday, July 7: 8:00am - 11:00pm
• Monday, July 8: 8:00am - 11:00pm
• Tuesday, July 9: 8:00am - 6:00pm

These representatives will be available at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Upon exiting the secure area in Arrivals, keep an eye out for the 2024 International ACAC table and signage. You'll know you're in the right area when you see this sign. We look forward to greeting you and helping you make your way to London!

An airport shuttle bus service is available from Pearson International Airport. This is often less expensive than flying into London. Reservations are required for both arrival and departure. We recommend arranging your round trip to and from London within one booking.

When booking Toronto Airport as departure and London as destination, be sure to select the option for Address or Landmark in order to confirm transportation all the way to final destination. The drop-down menu provides a list of hotel and campus landmarks. If staying on campus, select Alumni Hall (UWO) if arriving during conference registration hours, or Ontario Hall (arriving outside of conference registration hours).

The Robert Q shuttle arrives at a central London depot on Wharncliffe Road, and then a taxi will take guests who have booked the final leg of the journey to their specific address or landmark.

Robert Q Airbus
Telephone: +1-800-265-4948 (toll free from Canada & U.S.)
Email: airbus@robertq.com

United States citizens may find it easier or more reasonable pricing to fly to Detroit and travel by shuttle bus to London. Shuttle buses clear customs at the Ambassador Bridge connecting Detroit to Windsor, Canada. Be prepared to show your passport and make any declarations at the border. This location is not recommended for conference attendees flying from other international destinations.

When booking Detroit Airport as departure and London as destination, be sure to select the option for Address or Landmark in order to confirm transportation all the way to final destination. The drop-down menu provides a list of hotel and campus landmarks. If staying on campus, select Alumni Hall (UWO) if arriving during conference registration hours or Ontario Hall (arriving after conference registration hours).

This step is necessary because the Robert Q shuttle arrives at a central London depot on Wharncliffe Road, and then a taxi will take guests who have booked the final leg of the journey to their specific address or landmark

Robert Q Airbus
Telephone: +1-800-265-4948 (free from Canada & U.S.)
Email: airbus@robertq.com

Directions to Robert Q Shuttle 

After you have arrived in Detroit and COLLECTED YOUR LUGGAGE, call 1-866-850-7874.

From McNamara Terminal:
Walk from the luggage area to the elevator or escalator and go up to the 2nd floor, exit the elevator or escalator and walk across the pedestrian walkway bridge. When you get to the other side you will take the elevator or escalator down to the ground transportation area, turn left on the ground level near the sign “Canadian Scheduled Shuttles". Watch for your driver 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure and when you see them approaching the terminal make your way to the Robert Q vehicle with your luggage.

From North Terminal:
Walk from the luggage area to the elevator directly across from the information desk, and, go up to the 4th floor where you will walk across the walkway bridge. As soon as you get to the other side take the elevator down to the ground level, exit the elevator, go left. Have a seat inside the terminal in the glass sheltered area. Your driver will park and come inside to greet you.

If you are coming from DOWNTOWN Toronto (NOT the Pearson International Airport) you can take an ONEXBUS to Western University or downtown London. Reservations are recommended.

ONEXBUS | Ontario Express Bus

Toronto pick up is at 44 York Street.

London has four drop off locations:

• Western University (Elgin Hall) - best if staying in residence
• VIA Rail (205 York St.) - best if staying in downtown London
• Wellington at Exeter
• Wellington at Commissioners (Near Victoria Hospital)

Telephone: +1-647-477-5500

If you are coming from DOWNTOWN Toronto (NOT the Pearson International Airport), or another Canadian city, you can also take a VIA Rail train. You can purchase tickets at any VIA Rail station, online, by phone and through some travel agents. Booking in advance is recommended.

VIA Rail Canada
205 York St., London, ON
65 Front St. W., Toronto, ON
Telephone: +1-800-842-7245 (free from Canada)

By Public Bus

There are two ways to get to Western on a London Transit Commission (LTC) bus:

• From the Corner of Richmond Street and York Street take the #6 Richmond Bus (going North) to the University, OR
• From the corner of Richmond Street and Dundas Street take the #2 (a/b) Dundas bus (going West) to the University

Western is a 15-20 minute bus ride from the VIA and Greyhound Stations. A one-way bus fare costs $3.50 and requires exact change. Click here for more infromation on using London public transit.

By Car 
Follow Richmond Street (the main street east of the bus station) going north.
Turn left (west) at Western's main gates on University Drive.

By Taxi 
Call one of the  London Taxi Companies listed below.   

From Highway 401 (Peripheral Route)

• Follow Highway 401 and exit on Highbury Avenue (Exit #189) north to Oxford Street.
• Turn west (left) on Oxford Street and proceed to Western Road.
• Turn north (right) onto Western Road.
• Proceed north to campus. Go past University Gates.
• Turn left into driveway to Springett parking lot (near Huron University College).

From Highway 401 (Downtown Route)

• Follow Highway 401 to Wellington Road/Exeter Road Exit (#186).
• Take the Wellington Road branch and head north passing through downtown to Pall Mall Street.
• Turn west (left) onto Pall Mall and proceed one block to Richmond Street.
• Turn north (right) onto Richmond Street.
• Turn left onto University Drive at the University Gates.
• Go through campus, proceeding up the hill on Middlesex Drive and Elgin Road.
• Turn left (south) on Western Road.
• Turn right into driveway to Springett parking lot (near Huron University College).

Parking:

For those guests staying in on-campus accommodations, parking is provided. Details will be available upon check-in at registration.

For those that require day parking during the conference, parking will be made available at Springett Parking Lot (lot I) off of Western Road. Please take a ticket, park in the lot and then proceed to registration in Thames Hall Atrium to register for day parking.

Campus Parking Map