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Bus from Fredericton to Saint-John: Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from Fredericton to Saint-John. Traveling by bus from Fredericton to Saint-John usually takes around one hour and 19 minutes, but the fastest Maritime Bus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.

Distance
55 mi (89 km)
Shortest duration
1h 10m
Cheapest price
$18.31
Trips per day
6
Most frequent service
Maritime Bus
Bus lines
2

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Average score for buses from Fredericton to Saint-John (Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

4.3

5.0

Alexis

March 11, 2023 - Solo travel

Maritime Bus
Pros: It was nice and quiet Cons: Everything is perfect, but maybe some foot rests lol and wifi😂 Tips: Always bring a mask and keep ur spot cleaned be respectful and u will get respect back

4.0

Monique

December 17, 2021 - Solo travel

Maritime Bus
Pros: on time friendly drivers its all good Cons: I would really enjoy hot hors d'oeuvres and an assortment of cold refreshing drinks and maybe a dance floor and dj Tips: Book with confidence, they will get you there on time and in one piece
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How much is a bus ticket from Fredericton to Saint-John?

Bus tickets for a trip from Fredericton to Saint-John cost $18.42 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. 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 Fredericton to Saint-John by travel date

$30$20$10SepSep

If you're planning to travel by bus from Fredericton to Saint-John in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $18 to $18. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 14, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Saint-John this week, bus tickets are available starting at $18.

Average bus ticket prices from Fredericton to Saint-John by month

$25$20$15$10$5JFMAMJJASOND

Traveling from Fredericton to Saint-John 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 $18 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

$25$20$15$10$50

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 22 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $5.30 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Fredericton to Saint-John?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Fredericton to Saint-John that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Maritime Bus usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Maritime Bus51h 19m$18.41
Maritime Bus31h 19m$28.96
  • 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.

  • Book Maritime Bus from Fredericton to Saint-John from $28.86. There are 3 trips per day offered by Maritime Bus from Fredericton to Saint-John and you can expect on average to pay $28.96 for a Maritime Bus ticket to Saint-John. In Fredericton, Maritime Bus departs to Saint-John from Maritime Bus Terminal and one other station. In Saint-John, Maritime Bus arrives at Saint John Station St.

    An average trip on Maritime Bus from Fredericton to Saint-John takes 1 hours and 19 minutes, while the fastest available Maritime Bus trip will get you to Saint-John in 1 hours and 10 minutes.

    On weekends, Maritime Bus offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $28.86 for a weekend trip to Saint-John.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fredericton to Saint-John

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Fredericton to Saint-John every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Fredericton to Saint-John without transferring.

Trips per day

6

Direct trips

6

The bus takes an average of one hour and 19 minutes to cover the 55 miles from Fredericton to Saint-John. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 10 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.

Distance (mi)

55

Distance (km)

89

The first bus leaves at 11:15am and the last bus leaves at 6:35pm. To see the times for all buses from Fredericton to Saint-John, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

11:15am

Latest bus

6:35pm

Because many passengers travel from Fredericton to Saint-John 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Monday

Least crowded

Tuesday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Fredericton?

Main departure station: Maritime Bus Terminal

Buses to Saint-John leave from 3 stations in Fredericton.

All bus stations in Fredericton:

  • Maritime Bus Terminal
  • Fredericton International Airport
  • Fredericton International Airport

Where does the bus arrive in Saint-John?

Main arrival station: Maritime Bus Saint John Terminal

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Saint-John.

All bus stations in Saint-John:

  • Maritime Bus Saint John Terminal
  • Saint John Station St

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