Hamilton is serviced by GO bus and train service from Toronto, including the 40 bus that services Pearson Airport Terminal 1. Travel time is approximately 1 h 30 min by bus. GO train service is from Union Station in Toronto to either the Hamilton GO Centre or West Harbour GO stations; both stations will require ground transport to the university campus. Tickets can be purchased from machines at the airport or at stations; download a PRESTO app for services on your phone or purchase and load funds from a retailer. Presto can be used in the Greater Toronto, Hamilton and Ottawa city bus networks.
Once in Hamilton, for bus service to McMaster University campus you can transfer to the Hamilton "HSR" bus system or GO bus service that connects to the University campus bus station. Please check the GO trip planner for your options as it will depend on your arrival day and time. McMaster University has directions to campus for those driving and provides information on the bus services to campus.
The Hamilton Street Railway provides bus service in Hamilton, with buses stopping on Main Street West (10, 5B, 5 and 1 routes) or on campus at Sterling Street at University Avenue (1A, 5A, and 51 routes).
The Hamilton Bike Share provides bikes for use across the city, with multiple pick up/drop off spots on campus. Bird Canada operates a shared e-scooter program.
If you are driving to campus, McMaster Parking Services has information on getting to campus, paying for parking, and where to park.
The residences, main venue, and location of the opening reception are all in close proximity in the northeast region of the campus.
The Peter George Centre for Living and Learning (PGCLL) is the main site of PRIMO 23, including conference sessions, coffee breaks, and the poster social. Lunches will be served at Centro, in the adjacent Commons building. Please see the campus map: building 89 is PGCLL, Centro is located in building 28, and the opening reception will be held in building 54. Residences for attendees include PGCLL (building 89) and Les Prince Hall (building 53).
Off campus, there are plenty of hotel options within a short bus ride or walk to campus. The Visitor's Inn is a 25 minute walk to campus. The Hampton Inn, Staybridge Suites, Homewood Suites, and Hamilton Sheraton Hotel are options in the west downtown city core that are under 20 minutes by bus.