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Toronto Coach Terminal: Old Bay Street Bus Station

 
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 11, 2025 12:47 am    Post subject: Toronto Coach Terminal: Old Bay Street Bus Station Reply with quote
Was MORE than VERY FORTUNATE to come across this OUTSTANDING page on the historic Toronto Coach Terminal' this massive facility was indeed a true architectural MASTERPIECE; MANY photos of not only the building itself (interior and exterior), but also, many vintage photos of the BUSES themselves (including GREYHOUND!) throughout the years (also, TTC streetcars!) Wink

THIS was BUS TRAVEL at its FINEST!!! Very Happy

Be sure to note the lavish use of stained glass; one window adorned with the insignia for "GRAY COACH LINES"!

TAKE THE TIME to go through all of the many historic photos! Very Happy

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https://www.torontojourney416.com/toronto-coach-terminal/

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PostPosted: Thu Dec 11, 2025 12:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Of related interest.......

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gray_Coach

(note rare photo taken at a 1936 bus exhibition, showing a "GRAY COACH" front-engined coach and a TTC "slant back" TWIN..........

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PostPosted: Thu Dec 11, 2025 6:02 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
It was a real jewel.
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 11, 2025 6:08 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Cyberider wrote:
It was a real jewel.


Indeed an UNDERSTATEMENT, my friend! Wink

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PostPosted: Thu Dec 11, 2025 8:21 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Also of interest................

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto_Coach_Terminal (interesting illustrations and info)

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PostPosted: Mon Dec 15, 2025 7:19 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
In stark contrast..........

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Union_Station_Bus_Terminal

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PostPosted: Mon Dec 15, 2025 8:44 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
I'll take the old one.
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 15, 2025 9:40 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Cyberider wrote:
I'll take the old one.


Cyberider:

You, myself, and any other self-respecting "classic era" bus enthusiast/historian! Wink

Like most of today's ultra-modern, hi-tech buses, the modern terminals are cold, soulless, and bland, with as much appeal as a modern shopping mall; and without even the faintest hint of style or attractiveness....... Sad

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PostPosted: Wed Dec 17, 2025 12:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Also of interest...........

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greyhound_Canada

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PostPosted: Wed Dec 17, 2025 10:06 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
While we are still "north of the border"......

Seldom is the history of intercity bus travel in Alaska discussed; here is an excellent page with multiple links, featuring interesting history, articles, photos, etc....enjoy! Wink

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https://explorenorth.com/library/bus/index.html#google_vignette

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PostPosted: Thu Dec 18, 2025 12:42 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
List of Canadian intercity operators.......

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Intercity_bus_companies_of_Canada

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