Trains tickets from Amherst (NS), CA to Halifax, CA

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Amherst
    Departure location: Amherst, NS
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Halifax
    Destination location: Halifax, NS
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Amherst
    Departure location: Amherst, NS
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Halifax
    Destination location: Halifax, NS
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Amherst
    Departure location: Amherst, NS
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Halifax
    Destination location: Halifax, NS
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Amherst
    Departure location: Amherst, NS
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Halifax
    Destination location: Halifax, NS
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Amherst to Halifax.

Average Price$44 - $67Average Duration2h 35m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$33 - $74Average Duration3h 9m
13kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$17 - $34Average Duration2h 15m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Amherst to Halifax

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 15mAverage Duration
$17Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Amherst to Halifax: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$51
Average train trip duration3h 9m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure2:57pm
Distance89 miles (142 km)

Amherst to Halifax Train

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Amherst to Halifax was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amherst to Halifax, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $62 for a train ticket from Amherst to Halifax based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Amherst and Halifax is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Halifax.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Halifax, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Amherst and Halifax compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Amherst to Halifax while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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