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Canada's Central Train Station • 12-Minute Indoor PATH Walk

Train Station Currency Exchange Near Toronto Union Station

Arriving in downtown Toronto by train via VIA Rail, GO Transit, Amtrak, or the UP Express from Pearson Airport? Walk 12 minutes indoors through the underground PATH network to Currency Mart at 120 Adelaide St W. Enjoy top train station currency exchange rates with zero fees on USD/CAD and over 70 cash currencies ready on demand.

Does Toronto Union Station have a train station currency exchange?

No retail foreign exchange counter currently operates inside the Union Station train concourses or railway waiting halls. If you are seeking a train station currency exchange after stepping off the train, the closest dedicated branch is Currency Mart, located a 12-minute climate-controlled walk north through Toronto's underground PATH network at 120 Adelaide St W (Richmond-Adelaide Centre food court level).

Train & transit access: 12 minutes indoors via PATH from all rail platforms, VIA Rail hall, and UP Express.
Airport transit: 25-minute direct UP Express ride from Pearson Airport Terminal 1.
Currencies in stock: Over 70 foreign cash currencies available on demand.
Exchange margins: 0.5% to 1.5%, saving $60 to $100 per $1,000 vs. airport kiosks.
Service fees: Zero fees on USD/CAD trades. Flat $3.75 fee on other currencies.
FINTRAC registered: Licensed Money Services Business registration M11432814.

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Three ways to exchange money at Currency Mart.

Buy Foreign Banknotes

Bring your foreign currency to any Currency Mart branch and receive Canadian dollars on the spot. We accept USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, AUD, CNY and 70+ others. No appointment — just walk in.

Sell Foreign Banknotes

Need foreign cash before a trip? We sell over 70 currencies from in-store inventory at all 4 locations. Walk in and leave with the currency you need the same day — no pre-ordering required for major currencies.

Non-Cash Exchange

For USD, EUR, and GBP wire transfers and bank drafts, we offer non-cash exchange at rates better than physical banknotes. Well-suited for real estate transactions, business payments, and larger personal transfers.


Why Exchange Currency Near Union Station at Currency Mart

Clear pricing, large cash inventory, and a direct 12-minute indoor walk from Toronto's primary transit hub.

70+ Currencies in Stock

Physical inventory for US dollars, euros, British pounds, Japanese yen, and Mexican pesos ready on demand. Walk in without multi-day pre-order delays.

Save 8% to 10% vs. Airport

Airport booths charge 8% to 12% over wholesale rates. Our retail margins sit at 0.5% to 1.5%, saving you significant money after arriving on the UP Express.

Zero USD/CAD Fees

No hidden transaction fees on US dollar and Canadian dollar conversions. A flat $3.75 CAD fee applies per foreign currency on other currency pairs.

Lock In Rates Online

Lock in today's live counter rate online or by calling 647-812-2286 before you take the train. Collect your physical cash at the counter at your convenience.

12-Min Indoor PATH Walk

Directly linked through Toronto's underground pedestrian network. Walk straight from UP Express, GO Train, or TTC platforms without stepping outside.

Step-by-Step PATH Walk from Union Station

Toronto's PATH network connects Union Station directly to our building. Follow this 12-minute indoor route:

  1. 1 Exit your train platform into the Union Station main concourse and follow overhead signs marked PATH North.
  2. 2 Pass through the Fairmont Royal York Hotel lower concourse corridor heading north toward Front Street.
  3. 3 Continue through the Toronto-Dominion Centre (TD Centre) retail walkway following PATH directional signs.
  4. 4 Proceed through Commerce Court and past the Sheraton Centre toward Adelaide Street West.
  5. 5 Enter the Richmond-Adelaide Centre at 120 Adelaide St W. Take the escalator to the lower concourse food court level.
  6. 6 Currency Mart is located directly inside the food court, right next to the accessible ramp.

Exchange Comparison

See how Currency Mart compares against airport kiosks and downtown banks:

Feature Airport Kiosks Big Banks Currency Mart
Typical Margin 8% to 12% 2.5% to 4.5% 0.5% to 1.5%
USD/CAD Fee $5 to $10 Account fees $0.00
Currencies in Stock Common only 3 to 5 days wait 70+ cash currencies
Access from Union 25 min train ride Street walk / branches 12 min indoor PATH

Financial takeaway: On a $1,000 USD to CAD exchange, walking 12 minutes to Currency Mart from Union Station saves roughly $60 to $100 compared to Pearson Airport terminal booths.

PATH Network Map

Download a printable guide showing the walk between Union Station, UP Express, and the Richmond-Adelaide Centre.

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Live Counter Exchange Rates

Compare live downtown cash rates against typical quotes from Canadian chartered banks.


Live Exchange Rate

The rate can only be guaranteed at the time of transaction.

WARNING: Inventory is constantly changing.

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47,000+ Customers

200,000+ Transactions

300 Million+ Exchanged



Since 2012

License: M11432814


Branch Information


Monday - Wednesday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thursday - Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

torontopath@currencymart.net

Customer Reviews

4.2

Based on 117 Google Reviews

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Sash D Verified
3 years ago

Super fast super efficient . Better rates than most of the other names in Toronto DT/ financial district. Location was a bit of a find, but the person over the phone was super responsive and helpful.

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Kay Verified
4 months ago

$3.75 fee for each currency. Not useful if you have small changes from overseas travel.

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nimthedib Verified
5 months ago

Great place to exchange currency! I’ve came here to exchange GBP, Brazilian rials, Chilean peso, Mexican peso etc, and I’ve been given great rates and great service every time!

Parking Instructions Near Richmond-Adelaide Centre

Parking is $3.50 for 30 minutes. Enter through the steel door beside the pay station on parking level P1, labeled as PATH. Walk straight through the Sheraton Hotel to the Richmond-Adelaide Centre. We are located on the far side of the food court, beside the accessible ramp.

Parking entrance is at 100 Queen St W.

PATH entrance inside parking level P1:

Access Currency Mart from Ground Level

Take the escalator behind the main lobby security desk down to the Toronto PATH level. Currency Mart is six storefronts down on your right, next to the accessible ramp.

Enter 110 Adelaide St W and take the lobby escalator down to the PATH. Turn right at Rexall and proceed straight into the food court.

Enter 130 Adelaide St W and take the escalator down to the PATH level. Turn left past Rexall into the food court area.

Take the lobby escalator down to the PATH level. Walk into the food court area to reach our counter.

Canadian Currency Exchange Rules and Identification Requirements

Foreign exchange in Canada is regulated at the federal level by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA). Currency Mart complies strictly with all client identification and anti-money laundering requirements:

  • Transactions under $1,000 CAD: Cash exchanges can typically be completed without presenting identity documents.
  • Transactions between $1,000 CAD and $2,999.99 CAD: One piece of valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification (such as a Canadian driver's license, provincial photo card, or international passport) is verified and recorded.
  • Cash transactions of $3,000 CAD or higher: Full identity verification, customer occupation details, and statutory record-keeping are completed in line with federal FINTRAC compliance obligations.
  • Large cash transactions of $10,000 CAD or more: Mandatory reporting to FINTRAC within 15 calendar days is required by federal law.

Please bring a valid photo ID if you plan to exchange $1,000 CAD or more in cash. We accept cash, debit cards, and Interac payments at the counter.

Frequently Asked Questions About Train Station Currency Exchange Near Union Station

Does Union Station Toronto have a train station currency exchange inside?
No retail foreign exchange counter currently operates inside the Union Station train concourses or railway waiting halls. If you are seeking a train station currency exchange upon pulling into Toronto, the closest dedicated branch is Currency Mart at 120 Adelaide St W (Richmond-Adelaide Centre), reachable in a 12-minute walk entirely indoors through Toronto's underground PATH pedestrian network.
Can I exchange currency after arriving via VIA Rail, GO Transit, or Amtrak at the train station?
Yes. Passengers arriving at Toronto's central train station on VIA Rail (from Montreal, Ottawa, or Windsor), the Amtrak Maple Leaf (from New York), or GO Transit commuter lines can easily exchange foreign banknotes. Simply exit into the lower concourse and follow the sheltered PATH signs north to Currency Mart at 120 Adelaide St W. We carry over 70 physical currencies with zero fees on USD/CAD trades.
What are the train station currency exchange hours near Union Station?
Currency Mart's Toronto Downtown PATH counter is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For travelers arriving outside standard banking hours, you can reserve rates online or call (647) 812-2286 to arrange counter collection during operating hours.
How does the train station currency exchange rate compare to airport kiosks or banks?
Currency Mart offers rates up to 8% to 10% better than Pearson Airport terminal kiosks and 2% to 3% better than Big 5 Canadian banks. While airport booths charge margins of 8% to 12% plus hidden transaction fees, Currency Mart operates on lean 0.5% to 1.5% margins with zero transaction fees on all US dollar and Canadian dollar trades.
Do you need cash to exchange currency near the train station?
No. While physical cash is always welcome, you do not need physical Canadian cash to purchase foreign currencies. Currency Mart accepts Canadian Interac debit cards and certified bank drafts directly at the counter.
Where can I exchange currency near Union Station after arriving on the UP Express?
When arriving at Union Station on the UP Express from Pearson Airport, step off the train platform and head directly into the underground PATH network toward 120 Adelaide St W. Skipping airport kiosks and exchanging downtown saves travelers approximately $60 to $100 per $1,000 USD exchanged.
How do you walk from Union Station train concourse to Currency Mart through the PATH?
Follow the overhead PATH North signs from the Union Station concourse into the Fairmont Royal York lower corridor. Continue north through the TD Centre concourse, pass through Commerce Court, continue past the Sheraton Centre, and enter the Richmond-Adelaide Centre at 120 Adelaide St W. Currency Mart is inside the food court level next to the accessible ramp. The entire 12-minute walk is completely sheltered indoors.
What currencies are available for immediate exchange near Union Station?
Currency Mart keeps over 70 foreign currencies physically in stock for same-day counter exchange, including US dollars, euros, British pounds, Japanese yen, Mexican pesos, Swiss francs, Australian dollars, and Chinese yuan. Major travel currencies are available immediately on walk-in without pre-ordering.
Do I need government identification to exchange currency near Union Station?
Under Canadian FINTRAC regulations, transactions under $1,000 CAD generally require no identification. Cash transactions between $1,000 CAD and $2,999.99 CAD require one valid, unexpired government photo ID. Transactions of $3,000 CAD or more require formal identity verification and occupation details.
Aaron Zhang
Published and Verified by Aaron Zhang, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Currency Mart Inc.
Currency Mart is a federally registered Money Services Business with FINTRAC (Registration No. M11432814), fully compliant with the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA). Cash inventory, rates, and branch hours are updated daily.

Visiting Toronto or Arriving on the UP Express? Visit Our PATH Counter

Save 8% to 10% on your foreign cash exchange by walking 12 minutes indoors from Union Station through the PATH network. Call ahead or visit our counter Monday through Friday.

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120 Adelaide St W, Suite R7, Toronto, ON M5H 1T1 • Richmond-Adelaide Centre PATH • Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM