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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from North Sydney to Amherst. Traveling by bus from North Sydney to Amherst usually takes around 6 hours and 15 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 192 mi (309 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $49.57 |
| Most frequent service | Maritime Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from North Sydney to Amherst?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from North Sydney to Amherst that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Bus | 1 | 6h 15m | $69.92 |
| Maritime Bus | 1 | 6h 15m | $50.37 |
Book Maritime Bus from North Sydney to Amherst from $69. Typically there is one Maritime Bus schedule per day from North Sydney to Amherst and you can expect on average to pay for a Maritime Bus ticket to Amherst. In North Sydney, Maritime Bus departs to Amherst from 13 Blower St . In Amherst, Maritime Bus arrives at 34 Highway 6 .
An average trip on Maritime Bus from North Sydney to Amherst takes 6 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Maritime Bus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Amherst.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 192 miles from North Sydney to Amherst. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from North Sydney to Amherst for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from North Sydney to Amherst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in North Sydney?
Main departure station: 13 Blower St
Most buses depart from the main station in North Sydney.
All bus stations in North Sydney:
13 Blower St
Where does the bus arrive in Amherst?
Main arrival station: 34 Highway 6
All buses from North Sydney arrive at one main station in Amherst.
All bus stations in Amherst:
34 Highway 6
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