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Bus from Charlottetown to Amherst: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Charlottetown to Amherst. Traveling by bus from Charlottetown to Amherst usually takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes, but the fastest Maritime Bus bus can make the trip in 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- Distance
- 60 mi (96 km)
- Shortest duration
- 1h 45m
- Cheapest price
- $20.66
- Trips per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Maritime Bus
- Bus lines
- 1
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There are several bus options that can take you from Charlottetown to Amherst:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Charlottetown to Amherst?
Bus tickets for a trip from Charlottetown to Amherst cost about $21 when you book at the cheapest time, 7 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this 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 Charlottetown to Amherst by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Charlottetown to Amherst in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $21 to $21. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 4, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Amherst this week, bus tickets are available starting at $21.
Average bus ticket prices from Charlottetown to Amherst by month
Traveling from Charlottetown to Amherst 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 $21 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 7 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $0.01 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Charlottetown to Amherst?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Charlottetown to Amherst. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Bus | 2 | 1h 48m | $20.86 |
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 about traveling by bus from Charlottetown to Amherst
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Charlottetown to Amherst. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
2
Direct trips
2
The bus takes an average of 1 hour and 48 minutes to cover the 60 miles from Charlottetown to Amherst. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 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.
Distance (mi)
60
Distance (km)
96
The first bus leaves at 1:00 PM and the last bus leaves at 5:05 PM. To see the times for all buses from Charlottetown to Amherst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
1:00pm
Latest bus
5:05pm
Because many passengers travel from Charlottetown to Amherst 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Amherst, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Sunday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Charlottetown?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal
Charlottetown has two bus stations with service to Amherst.
All bus stations in Charlottetown:
- Bus Terminal
- WA Murphy Student Centre
Where does the bus arrive in Amherst?
Main arrival station: 34 Highway 6
All buses from Charlottetown arrive at one main station in Amherst.
All bus stations in Amherst:
- 34 Highway 6
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