ShonTron
Moderator
While I like the idea of having quiet zones on GO Trains I find it strange that it's by level instead of by coach. Maybe it's just because I'm used to the quiet coaches in the UK, but I would have thought it would make sense to have say the two cars on either side of the accessibility coach (to be away from the noise of the horn) be zoned quiet and the rest are normal. That way noise from the lower levels isn't making it's way upstairs. Advertise that it is the quiet coach beside the doors, so people know what it is right away and can choose whether or they want that.
Agreed about designating specific cars rather than the top deck of each car. Amtrak of course is known for their popular quiet cars on their NEC trains and a few other short-haul runs. They have specific cars that are designated as quiet.
http://www.amtrak.com/onboard-the-train-quiet-car