Cheap bus tickets from Charlottetown to Dartmouth

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Bus from Charlottetown to Dartmouth: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Charlottetown to Dartmouth. Travelling by bus from Charlottetown to Dartmouth usually takes around 4 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest Maritime Bus bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance
111 mi (178 km)
Shortest duration
4h 20m
Cheapest price
$57.57
Trips per day
3
Most frequent service
Maritime Bus
Bus lines
2

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How much is a bus ticket from Charlottetown to Dartmouth?

Bus tickets for a trip from Charlottetown to Dartmouth cost about $58 when you book at the cheapest time, 29 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than $58 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Charlottetown to Dartmouth by travel date

$75$50$25NovNov

If you're planning to travel by bus from Charlottetown to Dartmouth in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $58 to $65. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 12, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Dartmouth this week, bus tickets are available starting at $58.

Average bus ticket prices from Charlottetown to Dartmouth by month

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Travelling from Charlottetown to Dartmouth by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $61 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

$100$80$60$40$20010

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $28.38 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Charlottetown to Dartmouth?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Charlottetown to Dartmouth that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Maritime Bus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Maritime Bus24h 52m$58.26
Maritime Bus24h 52m$85.71
  • 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 washrooms and plenty of legroom.

  • Book Maritime Bus from Charlottetown to Dartmouth from $83.42. There are 2 trips per day offered by Maritime Bus from Charlottetown to Dartmouth and you can expect on average to pay $85.71 for a Maritime Bus ticket to Dartmouth. In Charlottetown, Maritime Bus departs to Dartmouth from Bus Terminal and one other station. In Dartmouth, Maritime Bus arrives at Maritime Bus Terminal.

    An average trip on Maritime Bus from Charlottetown to Dartmouth takes 4 hours and 52 minutes, while the fastest available Maritime Bus trip will get you to Dartmouth in 4 hours and 20 minutes.

    On weekends, Maritime Bus offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $83.42 for a weekend trip to Dartmouth.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Charlottetown to Dartmouth

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Charlottetown to Dartmouth every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Trips per day

3

Direct trips

0

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 178 kilometres from Charlottetown to Dartmouth. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Distance (mi)

111

Distance (km)

178

The first bus leaves at 1:00 p.m. and the last bus leaves at 5:05 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Charlottetown to Dartmouth, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

1:00pm

Latest bus

5:05pm

Because many passengers travel from Charlottetown to Dartmouth at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Monday

Least crowded

Wednesday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Charlottetown?

Main departure station: Bus Terminal

Charlottetown has two bus stations with service to Dartmouth.

All bus stations in Charlottetown:

  • Bus Terminal
  • WA Murphy Student Centre

Where does the bus arrive in Dartmouth?

Main arrival station: Maritime Bus Terminal

All buses from Charlottetown arrive at one main station in Dartmouth.

All bus stations in Dartmouth:

  • Maritime Bus Terminal

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