Line 1 Yonge–University Subway Operations Detailed

Details regarding the operations and extensions of the Line 1 Yonge–University subway have been clarified, shedding light on train speeds and car configurations. According to historical records, trains on the line operated at average speeds of 32 kilometers per hour (20 mph).

Initial plans to run two-car trains during off-peak hours were ultimately abandoned. Instead, four-car trains became the standard for these periods. During most other times, six-car trains were typically used, with eight-car trains deployed during peak periods to accommodate higher passenger volumes.

An image from 1963 depicts an inaugural M-1 subway train at St. George station during the opening ceremonies for the University subway line, marking a significant moment in the line's history.