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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amherst, NS | Halifax, NS | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Halifax, NS | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Halifax, NS | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:00 PM AST.
Compare 3 ways to go 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 $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 4694 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $40
VIA Rail Amherst Halifax recent customer reviews
Staff were very nice! Sad that there wasn’t many canteen choices for children. Our trip was delayed until 5:30 and there were no pizza, no cheeseburgers and only 1 hotdog to share between 3 children. The complimentary food box was an excellent idea but small children were not a fan of tuna salad or pepperette
Bonnie E.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Amherst, CA to Halifax, CA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Amherst to Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Amherst to Halifax start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Amherst to Halifax?
The average train ride duration from Amherst to Halifax is 3h 39m, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 39m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Amherst to Halifax route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Amherst to Halifax?
The earliest train departs from Amherst to Halifax at 2:57pm. And the latest train departs at 2:57pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amherst, CA to Halifax, CA was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amherst, CA to Halifax, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $52 for a train ticket from Amherst, CA to Halifax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-13.
