Route 916 Bus Schedule & Stops in Canada: Durham PULSE 916, Edmonton ETS 916, Fares, Maps and Live Times
916 bus schedule searches in Canada can point to more than one active bus route. The two important current matches are Durham Region Transit PULSE 916 in Ontario and Edmonton Transit Service Route 916 in Alberta.
This guide helps you choose the correct Route 916 first, then check the right official timetable, fare, live-arrival tool, service alert and major stops before leaving for the bus stop.
Quick answer: there is no single nationwide Route 916 in Canada
If you are searching for Route 916 Bus Schedule & Stops | Canada, first identify the city or agency. In current Canadian transit results, Durham Region Transit PULSE 916 serves the Pickering–Ajax–Whitby–Oshawa corridor in Ontario, while Edmonton Transit Service Route 916 connects West Edmonton Mall and Lewis Farms in Alberta.
Which 916 bus schedule do you need?
Use this route resolver before opening a timetable. It prevents the common mistake of reading the Edmonton schedule when you are actually travelling in Durham Region, or reading the Durham PULSE page when you need a west Edmonton neighbourhood route.
| Route 916 result | Agency / area | Main corridor | Best official source | Use this if… |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PULSE 916 | Durham Region Transit, Ontario | Harmony / Conlin, Rossland Road, Kingston Road, Pickering Parkway Terminal | DRT schedules and route maps | You are travelling in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa or Durham Region. |
| Route 916 | Edmonton Transit Service, Alberta | West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre, Callingwood, The Hamptons, Lewis Farms Transit Centre | ETS Route 916 PDF | You are travelling in west Edmonton between WEM and Lewis Farms. |
Schedule effective dates and service-change notes
Current PDF reviewed: effective June 29, 2026 New DRT schedule begins: September 8, 2026
DRT lists a current PULSE 916 PDF and a September 8, 2026 schedule. If you are travelling on or after September 8, open the new DRT schedule first because DRT announced schedule and routing adjustments for Route 916 to improve reliability.
ETS PDF revised: August 31, 2025 Holiday note: check current holiday service
ETS publishes Route 916 as West Edmonton Mall–Lewis Farms. For statutory holidays, ETS may run a Sunday or modified service pattern, so the normal weekday table should not be assumed on holidays.
Durham Region Transit PULSE 916 schedule, stops and fare
DRT PULSE 916 is the main Route 916 result for Durham Region, Ontario. The official current timetable identifies the route as PULSE 916, with service between the Harmony / Conlin area and Pickering Parkway Terminal. The schedule uses 24-hour time and DRT also notes 24-hour service along the corridor via Blue Night Route N1.
Harmony Southbound @ Conlin Stop #94250 toward Pickering Parkway Terminal Platform B12 Stop #93112.
Pickering Parkway Terminal Platform B12 Stop #93112 toward Harmony Northbound @ Conlin Stop #94249.
About 45–60 minutes end-to-end in the timetable, depending on direction, stop, traffic and service day.
DRT PULSE 916 timing pattern
| Service item | DRT PULSE 916 rider detail | What to do before leaving |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday frequency | DRT notes that riders can catch a bus about every 20 minutes on weekdays from morning until evening. Early-morning and late-night spacing can differ. | Check your exact stop and direction in the official DRT timetable or Transit App. |
| First westbound weekday trip | The reviewed DRT June 29, 2026 PDF shows an early westbound trip leaving Harmony Southbound @ Conlin around 04:34 and reaching Pickering Parkway Terminal around 05:19. | Confirm the correct service date because DRT has a September 8, 2026 schedule change. |
| First eastbound weekday trip | The reviewed PDF shows early eastbound service from Pickering Parkway Terminal around 04:12, reaching the Harmony / Conlin end around 05:10. | Check the platform and destination sign at Pickering Parkway Terminal. |
| Last trips | Late evening service continues close to midnight in both directions on the reviewed timetable, but the last useful bus depends on your stop and direction. | Do not rely on a universal “last bus.” Open the exact DRT stop/timepoint. |
| Saturday / Sunday | Weekend service is published separately. Do not assume Saturday and Sunday use the same spacing as weekdays. | Select the correct service day in DRT’s schedule or the Transit App. |
Edmonton ETS Route 916 schedule, stops and fare
ETS Route 916 is the Edmonton result for a 916 bus schedule. The official ETS PDF labels the route as West Edmonton Mall – Lewis Farms, serving West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre, Callingwood, The Hamptons and Lewis Farms Transit Centre.
West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre is the major eastern anchor for many riders using Route 916.
The route serves Callingwood and The Hamptons before reaching Lewis Farms Transit Centre.
About 30–35 minutes end-to-end in the published timepoints, depending on direction and traffic.
ETS Route 916 timing pattern
| Service item | ETS Route 916 rider detail | What to do before leaving |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday WEM → Lewis Farms | The ETS PDF shows weekday service beginning around 05:46 from West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre, reaching Lewis Farms around 06:17. Late service continues into the night. | Use ETS Trip Planner, Text & Ride or BusLink to confirm your exact stop. |
| Weekday Lewis Farms → WEM | The ETS PDF shows weekday service beginning around 05:38 from Lewis Farms Transit Centre, reaching West Edmonton Mall around 06:14. | Confirm whether your trip boards at the terminal bay or a street stop. |
| Sunday pattern | The ETS Sunday table shows hourly-style early service, with WEM departures beginning around 06:38 and Lewis Farms departures beginning around 06:00. | Holiday service may follow Sunday service, so check the date-specific ETS notice. |
| Frequency | Service spacing is not one fixed number all day. It can be closer during busy periods and wider at night or on weekends. | Never assume “every 20 minutes” for the entire Edmonton route; check your timepoint. |
Route 916 fares: Durham and Edmonton use different payment systems
There is no single Canada-wide ticket price for Route 916. The correct fare depends on whether you are riding DRT in Ontario or ETS in Edmonton, and the final price can change by payment method, age category, pass type and transfer rule.
Adult PRESTO tap fare reviewed from DRT 2026 fares.
Adult cash exact fare or debit/credit open payment listed by DRT.
Common Edmonton pay-as-you-go / tap fare shown in ETS popular fares.
Cash fare shown in Edmonton Transit fare material.
| Agency | Adult fare examples | Reduced / child notes | Payment guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Region Transit | Adult PRESTO tap: $3.84. Adult monthly PRESTO: $138.24. Cash exact change or open payment: $4.85. | Youth, senior and child rules differ. DRT lists child 12 and under free, while youth and senior fare products have separate pricing. | Use PRESTO card/mobile wallet, PRESTO E-ticket, credit/debit open payment, paper ticket/pass or exact cash. Operators do not make change. |
| Edmonton Transit Service | Arc / tap style fare commonly listed at $3.00. Cash fare commonly listed at $3.75. 24-hour Arc ticket examples may differ. | ETS has separate fare categories, passes and regional fare rules. Check ETS/Arc before buying. | Use Arc, contactless payment where accepted, ticket products or cash. For exact pass/fare caps, check the official ETS and Arc pages. |
How to check live Route 916 arrivals without confusing schedule time and real-time prediction
For both Route 916 results, use the agency-supported live or schedule tool rather than trusting a random search-result time. Live predictions can change, but they are still more useful than a static PDF when traffic, detours or cancellations affect the route.
- Open the official agency route page or approved app.
- Search 916.
- Select the correct city: Durham Region or Edmonton.
- Choose the correct direction or terminal.
- Select your exact stop or stop ID.
- Compare the next predicted arrivals with the scheduled timetable.
- Open alerts and detours before walking to the stop.
- Recheck 5–10 minutes before departure.
Live-time check visual
How early should you reach the Route 916 stop?
For a normal local trip, reach the stop about 5 minutes early. For terminal boarding, first-time stops, snow, rain, construction detours, airport/intercity connections or late-night last trips, reach the stop 10–15 minutes early and check live arrivals again before leaving.
Durham PULSE 916 or Edmonton ETS 916.
Terminal and destination sign matter.
PRESTO, Arc, cash or contactless rules differ.
Detours can move boarding points.
5–10 minutes before the bus is safer.
- For DRT, check whether your trip is before or after the September 8, 2026 service change.
- For DRT, verify Pickering Parkway Terminal platform B12 and any Glenanna/Pickering detour notes.
- For ETS, verify whether the day is weekday, Saturday, Sunday or holiday service.
- For ETS, use Text & Ride, BusLink or Trip Planner with your exact stop number.
Map: Pickering Parkway Terminal context for DRT PULSE 916
This map is included because Pickering Parkway Terminal is a major DRT PULSE 916 endpoint and a practical place where riders need location context. For Edmonton, use ETS Trip Planner or the official Route 916 PDF map to confirm the exact West Edmonton Mall or Lewis Farms boarding bay.
Open Pickering Parkway Terminal in Google Maps · Open West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre in Google Maps · Open Lewis Farms Transit Centre in Google Maps
Best official sources for the 916 bus schedule
Use these sources for final confirmation. This guide summarizes the practical rider information, but the agency timetable and alert page control the current trip.
- Durham Region Transit schedules and route maps
- DRT PULSE 916 current PDF, effective June 29, 2026
- DRT PULSE 916 new PDF, effective September 8, 2026
- DRT fare page
- DRT transfer rules
- DRT service alerts and detours
- ETS Route 916 official PDF
- ETS maps, routes, schedules and service information
- ETS fares and passes
- ETS service changes and holiday service notes
Small tricks that save time on Route 916
Add the city or agency: “DRT 916 PULSE schedule” or “ETS 916 West Edmonton Mall Lewis Farms.” This prevents wrong-city results.
For DRT, look for Pickering Parkway Terminal or Harmony / Conlin. For ETS, look for West Edmonton Mall TC or Lewis Farms TC.
Stop IDs reduce mistakes when two stops sit on opposite sides of the same road. DRT lists several stop numbers in the PULSE 916 timetable; ETS tools also work best with stop numbers.
A detour near a terminal can make you miss the last useful trip even when the PDF still shows service. Alerts are more current than printed schedule times.
Route 916 Bus Schedule Canada FAQs
What is the Route 916 bus schedule in Canada?
There is no single national Route 916. The two major current Canadian matches are Durham Region Transit PULSE 916 in Ontario and Edmonton Transit Service Route 916 in Alberta.
Which agency runs PULSE 916?
PULSE 916 is operated by Durham Region Transit. It serves a corridor between the Harmony / Conlin area and Pickering Parkway Terminal, with major movement across Durham Region.
Which agency runs Edmonton Route 916?
Edmonton Route 916 is operated by Edmonton Transit Service. The official route name is West Edmonton Mall – Lewis Farms.
How much is the 916 bus fare?
The fare depends on the agency. DRT adult PRESTO fare was listed at $3.84 and DRT cash/open payment at $4.85 in 2026 fare information. ETS common fare examples include $3.00 for Arc/tap style fare and $3.75 cash. Always check the official fare page before travelling.
How long does Route 916 take?
DRT PULSE 916 is roughly 45–60 minutes end-to-end in the reviewed timetable. ETS Route 916 is roughly 30–35 minutes end-to-end between West Edmonton Mall and Lewis Farms. Actual travel time depends on stop, direction, traffic, detours and service day.
How early should I arrive for the 916 bus?
Arrive about 5 minutes early for normal local trips. Arrive 10–15 minutes early for terminal boarding, bad weather, first-time stops, detours, late-night last trips or connections.
Does Route 916 run on weekends?
Both agencies publish weekend service separately. Do not assume Saturday, Sunday and holiday schedules match the weekday timetable. Use the official DRT or ETS schedule for your travel date.
Can I track the 916 bus live?
For DRT, use the agency-recommended tools such as the Transit App or DRT resources. For ETS, use ETS Trip Planner, Text & Ride by texting the stop number to 31100, or BusLink at 780-496-1600. Live predictions can change.
Is the DRT PULSE 916 schedule changing?
DRT listed a current PULSE 916 schedule effective June 29, 2026 and a new schedule beginning September 8, 2026. If travelling on or after September 8, open the new DRT PDF before using older times.
Why does Google show different 916 bus results?
Route numbers are reused by different transit agencies. Add the city, agency or terminal to your search, such as “DRT PULSE 916 Pickering” or “ETS 916 Lewis Farms,” to avoid opening the wrong timetable.