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How to get to Halifax by train
| Routes | 9 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| train lines | 1 |
| Stations | 1 |
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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.
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Link to image attributionThe VIA Rail Station is the center of intercity rail transportation in Halifax and offers gorgeous views alongside the Halifax Harbor as the trains depart. The grand, columned station first opened in 1928 and has received substantial renovations throughout the years to adapt to modern standards. The station has an enclosed waiting area with public restrooms and on-site customer service representatives. Just one VIA Rail line, the Ocean, runs from this station to Montreal. For further travel, passengers can easily transfer to bus service at the next door Maritime Bus Terminal.
Popular train stations in Halifax:
Halifax
What train companies travel to Halifax, Nova Scotia?
Located in Nova Scotia, Canada, Halifax is accessible by train from 9 other cities. You can choose from 9 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Halifax on Wanderu. VIA Rail usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Halifax are also available..
Train companies serving Halifax
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail | 9 | 16h 30m | $230.27 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories. In addition to being completely green-certified, VIA Rail’s new, state-of-the-art trains feature amenities such as free reliable Wi-Fi, wide aisles, ergonomic seats, and wheelchair lifts in every accessible car. VIA Rail is known for its unparalleled customer service and snazzy black and yellow paint scheme.
Which train carrier has the best service to Halifax?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Halifax by train with VIA Rail giving them a 4 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that VIA Rail had the most comfortable train service to Halifax taking into account the seats and amenities that VIA Rail offers. They rate VIA Rail a 4.5 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 VIA Rail has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Halifax, rating them a 3.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Halifax is Halifax. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Halifax.
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