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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Kentville to Amherst. Traveling by bus from Kentville to Amherst usually takes around 5 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 53 mi (85 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $57.56 |
| Most frequent service | Maritime Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Kentville to Amherst?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Kentville to Amherst that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Bus | 1 | 5h 20m | $81.72 |
| Maritime Bus | 1 | 5h 20m | $58.35 |
Book Maritime Bus from Kentville to Amherst from $81. There are 1 Maritime Bus schedules from Kentville to Amherst and you can expect on average to pay for a Maritime Bus ticket to Amherst. In Kentville, Maritime Bus departs to Amherst from Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce and no other station. In Amherst, Maritime Bus arrives at 34 Highway 6 and no other station.
An average trip on Maritime Bus from Kentville to Amherst takes 5 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Maritime Bus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Amherst.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 85 kilometers from Kentville to Amherst. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Kentville to Amherst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Kentville?
Main departure station: Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce
Most buses depart from the main station in Kentville.
All bus stations in Kentville:
Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce
Where does the bus arrive in Amherst?
Main arrival station: 34 Highway 6
All buses from Kentville arrive at one main station in Amherst.
Bus stations in Amherst:
34 Highway 6
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