Rural Transportation Feasibility Study

Lanark County and the Town of Smiths Falls are conducting a Rural Transportation Feasibility Study to explore solutions for improving transit options in the region. The study aims to assess current transportation challenges, identify potential services, and develop strategies to enhance mobility for residents and visitors. The contractor selected through RFP process to support the project is Arcadis

There will be opportunities throughout the project for community members and organizations to offer suggestions and feedback. Continue to watch this space for more information, or follow our social media. 

Lanark County Transportation

Lanark Transportation Association (LTA)

Lanark Transportation  is a non-profit organization association offering low-cost scheduled routes connecting residents with shopping and services.

Route Information:

Lanark Highlands to Carleton Place (1st Tuesday of the month)

Lanark Highlands to Perth (3rd Tuesday of the month)

Carleton Place Shuttle (every Wednesday)

Mississippi Mills to Almonte (1st and 3rd Thursday)

Mississippi Mills to Carleton Place (2nd and 4th Thursday)

Perth Shuttle (every Friday)

For more information on routes, and how to book a ride, visit Lanark Transportation Association.

Ride Sharing/Park N Ride

Community Ride Share Connection (Facebook group)

There are existing park and ride lots located at:

  • County Road 17 (Cemetary Side Road)
  • County Road 15 at Highway 7
  • County Road 10 (Richmond Road) at Highway 15
  • County Road 1 (Rideau Ferry Road) and County Road 21 (Elmgrove Road)

These lots are used primarily on weekdays for people commuting to work but also on weekends for people who park and then enjoy the recreational facilities in the County. Commuters also use informal locations throughout the County for parking.

Bus Routes to Lanark County

There are a variety of options to travel to and from Lanark County by bus.

Flixbus route information - Carleton Place

Flixbus route information - Perth

 

Greyhound route information - Carleton Place

Greyhound route information - Perth

 

Rider Express route information - Perth and Carleton Place

VIA Rail to Lanark County

VIA Rail travels to and from Smiths Falls, connecting Lanark County to Ottawa, Toronto, and beyond.

Station: 46 Union St, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 5C4

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