Save Up to 47% on CNE 2025 Tickets with PRESTO Perks + Extra GO Train Service
The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) returns from August 15 to September 1, 2025, and if you are planning to visit, now is the time to grab your tickets and plan your route. Whether you are visiting for the midway rides, concerts, or iconic food building, there is one thing everyone loves: saving money.
Big Savings with PRESTO Perks
PRESTO cardholders can take advantage of exclusive discounts on CNE 2025 tickets through the PRESTO Perks program, offering savings of up to 47% on select tickets until August 14. These advance sale offers include:
- Admission Pass: $22.46 — includes CNE grounds admission, plus access to all shows and exhibits for one day.
- Ride All Day Pass: $42.81 — includes everything in the Admission Pass plus unlimited midway rides for one day.
After August 14, PRESTO users can still save — up to 41% off Ride All Day passes and 17% off general admission.
Ride GO to the CNE
The easiest way to get to Exhibition Place is by GO Transit. Exhibition GO Station is just steps from the CNE grounds, and fare deals like weekday group passes and weekend unlimited passes make it even more affordable.
The One Fare Program ensures you pay only once when transferring between TTC, GO, Brampton Transit, MiWay, Durham Region Transit, and YRT. Children 12 and under ride free on all GO Trains and Buses.
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More Train Service for CNE Season
To accommodate the increase in CNE visitors, GO Transit is boosting service on the Lakeshore East and West lines:
- Lakeshore West
- Weekdays: Added evening trains to and from Union Station.
- Weekends: Additional trips between Burlington/Oakville and Union Station.
- Lakeshore East
- Weekdays: Extra afternoon and evening trains between Whitby, Oshawa, and Union Station.
- Weekends: New late-night train departs Union Station at 11:35 p.m. to Durham College Oshawa GO.
Expect minor schedule adjustments on Milton, Barrie, and Stouffville lines, so plan your trip ahead at gotransit.com.
Warriors’ Day Parade Free Travel
On August 16, veterans and active members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) — plus one companion — can travel free on GO Transit and UP Express to attend the Warriors’ Day Parade. Just present valid military ID or wear visible medals or uniform. This free travel option is also available year-round for eligible veterans with the right ID.
Have you used PRESTO Perks before at the CNE or other events? Let us know your favorite way to save in the comments.
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- https://www.overheretoronto.com/must-see-attractions-at-cne
- https://www.overheretoronto.com/cne-vip-ticket-prices-spark-outrage-over-affordability-concerns
- https://www.metrolinx.com/en/discover/save-on-cne-admission-and-rides-with-presto-perks
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