The Link Bus Service

The Link connects the communities of Bridgenorth, Curve Lake First Nation, Ennismore, and Lakefield. Schedules, route maps and fares are available below.

The Township is pleased to announce that The Link bus service has been extended to April 30, 2027, ensuring continued service for riders.

Updated routes and schedules will take effect on April 26, 2026. The Township will publish the updated information and maps on its website in the coming weeks.

Route Schedules

The Link routes run every weekday and all buses are fully accessible. 

Key Information for Riders

  • Trent University and Fleming College students ride free with a valid student ID.
  • Tickets and passes are valid on both The Link and Peterborough Transit for 90 minutes, once activated.
  • When boarding in Peterborough, tell the driver you are transferring to The Link to avoid paying an extra fare.
  • Peterborough Transit accepts exact coin fare only (no bills).
  • For service information, call 705-745-0525 or email transitoperations@peterborough.ca

Stay up to date on delays, cancellations, and route changes:

Stops

  • Designated stops: Located in Curve Lake, Lakefield, Ennismore, Bridgenorth, and along key roads.
  • Flag Zones: In some areas, riders can request stops along the route. Wait in a safe, visible location and signal the driver.
    • Boarding in a Flag Zone
      • Customers should wait safely off to the side of the road in an area where they can see traffic for at least 125m.
      • Wear something visible (bright or reflective) if travelling during unlit hours.
      • As the bus approaches, the customer should face and wave to the bus driver to catch their attention.
      • Walk out to the bus only after it comes to a complete stop and the driver opens the door.
    • Request to Get Off Bus in Flag Zone
      • The customer should ring the bell and communicate with the driver in advance of the intended stop location to help identify where they would like to be let off the bus. The driver will stop at the closest safest location to make the stop.

Holiday Service

No service on weekends or statutory holidays, including: New Year’s Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.

  • 2-Ride Pass: $15
  • 10-Ride Pass: $50
  • Monthly Pass: $150
  • Children (12 and under): Free
  • Single Fare: $8 (coin only)

Note: Valid for 90 minutes on The Link and Peterborough Transit.

Where to Buy Passes

Connections

At Trent University, riders can connect to multiple Peterborough Transit routes serving downtown, shopping areas, the hospital, and Fleming College. Additional route and schedule information is available on the Peterborough Transit website

Transfers

  • When boarding, tell the driver you are transferring to The Link to avoid paying an extra fare.
  • Peterborough Transit accepts exact coin only (no bills).
  • Tickets and passes are valid on both The Link and Peterborough Transit for 90 minutes, upon activation.
  • Additional fares apply if a valid transfer is not obtained.

Plan your trip using:

All buses are accessible, however not all bus stops are accessible. Accessible bus stops include: 

  • Wilcox Street at Ward Street (Bridgenorth)
  • Bridgenorth Library
  • Bridge Street at Clementi Street in both directions (Lakefield)
  • Water Street at Savage Arms (Lakefield)
  • Queen Street at Reid Street (Lakefield)
  • Ennismore Community Centre
  • Trent University

Please refer to route maps for details. 

Turn by Turn Route Guides

Turn by Turn Guides detail each step of the routes, departure times, and route run times. Turn by Turn videos of each route are uploaded to the City of Peterborough’s YouTube channel.