How the three compare
Scarborough is closest to the Toronto Zoo, UTSC and the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, and has subway and GO access. Ajax sits between, with its own GO station and quick 401 access. Whitby is a little farther east but gives more space for the money, newer homes, and its own GO station on the Lakeshore East line.
| Scarborough | Ajax | Whitby | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Zoo, UTSC, TPASC events | Splitting the difference | Space, Thermëa, Durham arenas |
| Into downtown | Subway or GO | GO train or 401 | GO train or 401 |
| Detached 4-bedroom homes | Scarce | Some | More common |
| Parking | Often paid or street | Usually free | Usually free |
Why families choose Whitby
A brand-new detached home with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a kids' bunk room and free parking is hard to find closer in. From Whitby, the zoo is a straight drive west on Hwy 401, and Whitby GO connects to Union Station.
Questions
Is Whitby too far from Toronto to stay for a city trip?
Not usually. Whitby GO is on the Lakeshore East line to Union Station, and Hwy 401 and 407 connect by car. Families often trade a slightly longer trip for much more space.
