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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Charlottetown to Amherst. Traveling by bus from Charlottetown to Amherst usually takes around one hour and 48 minutes, but the fastest Maritime Bus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (96 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €20.12 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Maritime Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
Price trends for buses from Charlottetown to Amherst
Average prices by travel date
Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from Charlottetown to Amherst?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Charlottetown to Amherst that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Maritime Bus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Bus | 2 | 1h 48m | €30.37 |
| Maritime Bus | 3 | 1h 48m | €20.45 |
Book Maritime Bus from Charlottetown to Amherst from €30. There are 2 trips per day offered by Maritime Bus from Charlottetown to Amherst and you can expect on average to pay for a Maritime Bus ticket to Amherst. In Charlottetown, Maritime Bus departs to Amherst from Bus Terminal and one other station. In Amherst, Maritime Bus arrives at 34 Highway 6 .
An average trip on Maritime Bus from Charlottetown to Amherst takes 1 hours and 48 minutes , while the fastest available Maritime Bus trip will get you to Amherst in 1 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Maritime Bus offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Amherst.
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 one hour and 48 minutes to cover the 96 kilometers from Charlottetown to Amherst. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 45 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Amherst. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 08:00 and the last bus leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all buses from Charlottetown to Amherst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Charlottetown?
Main departure station: WA Murphy Student Centre
Charlottetown has two bus stations with service to Amherst.
All bus stations in Charlottetown:
WA Murphy Student Centre
Bus Terminal
Where does the bus arrive in Amherst?
Main arrival station: 34 Highway 6
All buses from Charlottetown arrive at one main station in Amherst.
Bus stations in Amherst:
34 Highway 6
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