If you don’t have someone meeting you at the airport, you can get to the U of M or your accommodation by taking a taxi, hiring a private airport pick-up service, or using a public transit bus.

Taxi Information:

• You can take a taxi (also called a “cab”) from the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to the U of M Fort Garry campus for approximately $30 to $40 CDN.  
• Taxi fares in Manitoba are regulated.  You cannot negotiate a price. 
• Most taxis accept cash or major credit cards for payment.  
• If the service was good, it is acceptable to give the driver a tip (usually 10-15% of the total fare).
• The airport has an agreement with Unicity Taxi to provide taxi service from the airport.  There are normally several taxis waiting outside of the terminal.  
   

Personalized Airport Pickup:

• For just a little bit more than a taxi, you can reserve a car and driver to meet you at the airport and take you anywhere in the city. A driver will meet you in the arrivals area holding a sign with your name on it.
• This service costs approximately $45 CDN for a ride to the U of M Fort Garry campus, or less for most other areas of the city.  Some companies may charge higher rates if providing enhanced services.
• To make a reservation with any of the transportation companies listed below, you will need to provide the following information:
  • Flight number
  • Arrival time
  • First name & family name 
  • Contact information (e-mail address, phone number, etc)
• Reservations should be made at least 2 days prior to your arrival in Winnipeg.

Personalized Airport Pickup Services

• Five Star Limo:  http://fivestarlimo.ca, phone:  (204) 775-5466
• London Limos http://www.londonlimos.ca, phone:  (204) 488-9590
• Ambassador Limousine http://limowinnipeg.com, phone:  (204) 997-6284
• AAA VIP Limousine Service  http://www.aaaviplimos.com, phone:  (204) 990-7186
• Empire Limousine Service http://www.empirelimo.ca, phone:  (204) 297-0423
• A1 Limousine Service  http://www.aonelimoservice.com, phone:  (204) 990-2663
• Winnipeg Shuttle LimoXtra http://wpgvan.com, phone:  (204) 981-0981
• Rainbow Limousine Service http://rainbowlimo.webs.com, phone:  (204) 960-6662

Public Transit Bus Information:

Although the bus is more affordable, it may not be a convenient or practical way to get to the U of M or your accommodation when you first arrive.  

• Buses do not run 24 hours/day and provide reduced service outside of the morning and afternoon ‘rush hours’ and on weekends and holidays.  
• There is limited space on public transit buses to carry luggage and it will most likely be necessary to transfer to a second or third bus to complete your trip from the airport.
• If you would like to try this option, we recommend you plan your trip before you arrive in Winnipeg, using transit’s online search tool Navigo: http://winnipegtransit.com/en/navigo. You can enter the name of the airport (James A. Richardson International Airport) and University of Manitoba (or wherever you are going), along with the time of day you will be travelling.
• You will likely take a #15 or 20 before connecting to one of the following buses that provide service to the U of M: #36, 60, 72, 75, 76, 78, 160, 161, 162, and 185.
• Bus fare is $2.50 per person if paying with cash – exact change is required.  Once you register for classes and have a valid University of Manitoba student ID card, you will be eligible to purchase a Post-Secondary Bus Pass which costs less than a regular-fare bus pass.