5.0
Pros: a calm and safe trip. Cons: everything is excellent no comments. Tips: I recommend traveling with maritime.
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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Mahone Bay to Halifax. Traveling by bus from Mahone Bay to Halifax usually takes around 2 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Maritime Bus bus can make the trip in 47 minutes.
| Distance | 42 mi (68 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 47m |
| Cheapest price | €13.75 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Maritime Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Overall score for buses from Mahone Bay to Halifax
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
What bus companies travel from Mahone Bay to Halifax?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mahone Bay to Halifax. Maritime Bus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Bus | 8 | 2h 13m | €15.02 |
Maritime Bus is a Canadian coach 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 coaches, you’ll have access to clean restrooms and plenty of legroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 68 kilometers from Mahone Bay to Halifax. However, the fastest bus only takes 47 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 09:00 and the last bus leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all buses from Mahone Bay to Halifax, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Mahone Bay to Halifax every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
City Information
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
Where does the bus leave from in Mahone Bay?
Main departure station: 578 Main St
Most buses depart from the main station in Mahone Bay.
All bus stations in Mahone Bay:
578 Main St
Where does the bus arrive in Halifax?
Main arrival station: Halifax Stanfield International Airport
Buses arrive in Halifax at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Halifax:
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
2393 Robie St
HFX Infirmary (3 Hr Adv Booking - Bridgewater Rt Only)
Maritime Bus Terminal
1940 Barrington St
Halifax Shopping Centre
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