5.0
Pros: Everything. Cons: WIFI was there but didn’t work for me. Tips: Nope.
5.0
Pros: It was comfy and safe. Cons: A bit more space from the seat in front of you. Tips: Sit back and enjoy the ride.
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There are 2 intercity buses per day from Halifax to Grand Lake Road. Traveling by bus from Halifax to Grand Lake Road usually takes around 6 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Maritime Bus bus can make the trip in 6 hours,
Distance | 196 mi (315 km) |
Shortest duration | 6h 0m |
Cheapest price | $49.57 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Maritime Bus |
Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Halifax to Grand Lake Road
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Everything. Cons: WIFI was there but didn’t work for me. Tips: Nope.
5.0
Pros: It was comfy and safe. Cons: A bit more space from the seat in front of you. Tips: Sit back and enjoy the ride.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Halifax to Grand Lake Road. Maritime Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Maritime Bus | 2 | 6h 25m | $51.71 |
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 restrooms and plenty of legroom.
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 196 miles from Halifax to Grand Lake Road. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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 Grand Lake Road. 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 3:00pm and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Halifax to Grand Lake Road, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Maritime Bus Terminal in Halifax is a hub for intercity bus travel for Maritime Bus trips to destinations including Charlottetown, Wolfville, and Moncton. Travelers continuing on past Halifax can transfer to the next door VIA Rail station or walk to several nearby car rental agencies. The bus station offers an indoor waiting room with restrooms, and make sure to stop by the nearby Tim Hortons for a pre-travel doughnut.
Maritime Bus Terminal
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
All buses from Halifax arrive at one main station in Grand Lake Road.
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