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How to get to Halifax by bus
| Routes | 23 |
| Trips per day | 93 |
| bus lines | 2 |
| Stations | 6 |
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About Halifax
A historic city that boasts a rich cultural heritage, Halifax is heaven for culturally-inclined travelers and nature lovers alike. To fully understand the city’s amazing history, head over to the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, which is a testament of the city’s military’s past. At noon, reenactors of the Royal Artillery will fire salvoes of the fortress’ noon guns, offering you a unique experience. As Halifax is also a seaport, don’t miss out on the chance to browse around the city’s Seaport Farmers Market, which was first opened nearly 300 years ago. In addition to some of the freshest sea produce around, the market also sells baked products, treats, soaps, and jewelry. If you wish to find some shade and stay away from the busy streets, Halifax Public Gardens, which features an unmistakable Victorian influence, will be a great choice.
The city is the absolute heaven for seafood lovers. For a fine-dining experience, The Press Gang Restaurant and Oyster Bar opens its door for you.
The city’s main VIA Rail train station is the Halifax Railway Station, which also serves as the main hub for intercity buses. The city’s main airport is the Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
Station Information
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Link to image attributionThe Maritime Bus Terminal in Halifax is a hub for intercity bus travel for Maritime Bus trips to destinations including Charlottetown, Wolfville, and Moncton. Travelers continuing on past Halifax can transfer to the next door VIA Rail station or walk to several nearby car rental agencies. The bus station offers an indoor waiting room with restrooms, and make sure to stop by the nearby Tim Hortons for a pre-travel doughnut.
Popular bus stations in Halifax:
Maritime Bus Terminal
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
Halifax Shopping Centre
1940 Barrington St
2393 Robie St
HFX Infirmary (3 Hr Adv Booking - Bridgewater Rt Only)
What bus companies travel to Halifax, Nova Scotia?
Located in Nova Scotia, Canada, Halifax is accessible by bus from 23 other cities. You can choose from 93 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Halifax on Wanderu. Maritime Bus usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Halifax are also available..
Bus companies serving Halifax
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Bus | 53 | 4h 4m | US$32.91 |
| Maritime Bus | 37 | 3h 40m | US$46.47 |
Maritime Bus is a Canadian bus company based in Charlottetown, on Canada’s east coast. Its passenger services are based around Canada’s ‘Maritimes’ (hence the name), which incorporates the provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia as well as Prince Edward Island. Onboard their modern buses, you’ll have access to clean restrooms and plenty of legroom.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Halifax?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Halifax by bus with Maritime Bus giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Maritime Bus had the most comfortable bus service to Halifax taking into account the seats and amenities that Maritime Bus offers. They rate Maritime Bus a 4.4 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Halifax punctually, travelers suggest that Maritime Bus has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Halifax, rating them a 4.8 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in Halifax is Maritime Bus Terminal. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Halifax are:
- Maritime Bus Terminal
- Halifax Stanfield International Airport
- Halifax Shopping Centre
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater | 2h 19m | US$20.93 |
| Lunenburg | 2h 14m | US$21.80 |
| Chester | 2h 1m | US$11.76 |
| Québec | 17h 46m | US$83.20 |
| Charlottetown | 4h 43m | US$47.34 |
Top bus routes to and from Halifax
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