What Transportation is Available

There is no form of public transportation in Renfrew County. The most common mode of local transportation is a personal vehicle. 

Lanark County Transportation:

A grassroots, not-for-profit association that connects people with life-enhancing community support and services. They provide transportation to families, seniors, children, youth and others living in Lanark County.

Depending on your past driving experience and if or where you were previously licensed, you may need to either exchange your previous license for an Ontario Driver’s License or you may need to apply as a new driver. The Government of Ontario controls driver’s licenses, and Service Ontario facilitates the process. 

Community Car Pool:

Looking for a ride? In partnership with Lanark County, Rural Frontenac Community Services has launched a community carpool site! Signing up and using the website is easy!

• Step 1: Go to www.communitycarpool.ca

• Step 2: Register by filling out the registration form

• Step 3: Voila! Let someone know you have available carpool space by using the “Post a Ride” form or hitch a ride with someone by visiting the “View Rides” tab

Pop-a-Ride:

Get a ride with someone in their car, it’s affordable and convenient. Available across Lanark and Renfrew Counties.

• Step 1: Go to www.poparide.com or download the app

• Step 2: Find a ride – Search by origin, destination and departure

• Step 3: Book your seat – Pay online using a credit or debit card

• Step 4: Enjoy the drive – Meet the driver at a pickup location

Carefor Transportation (available in Renfrew County only):

Our non-urgent transportation program offers flexible and affordable transportation to help individuals unable to access other means of transportation to local and out of town medical appointments. Visit carefor.ca/services/transportation to book your free service.

Taxi Service:

Private taxi companies offer twenty-four-hour service in most major centres, but plans must be made in advance to book irregular trips at irregular hours. 

• The average rate is $3.00 – $4.00 starting rate, plus approximately $2.00 per kilometre.    

• In general, payment can be made via cash, debit, or credit card.  However, it is good practice to have cash available in case of technical difficulties. 

• To order a taxi, select a company that services your area (most likely one based in the nearest town to you) and call the number provided.  The dispatcher will ask where you are and may ask where you are trying to go. 

• Expect at least a 30-minute wait or call well in advance to ensure you can reach your destination on time. 

Coach Bus Service

Ontario Northland offers coach bus service in Ontario, connecting cities and small towns across the province. 

Train Service

VIA Rail is a passenger train and bus service running across Canada.  It stops at most major urban centers. 

Freight Service

Ontario Northland and CN offer freight services allowing you to transport large items or many items from one location to another. 

Other Transportation Services

A privatized shuttle service to Ottawa is available through the Regional Partner Routes from Arnprior, Almonte, Perth, and Carleton Place. This service requires the purchase of an Ottawa City Transit Pass and is aimed at regular commuters from this bedroom community heading to work. However, any person can purchase a one-time use ticket using exact change.