How long is the ferry ride from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia?
Ferry crossings are 75 minutes and there are amenities on board. Fares are only charged when departing PEI; no fare when leaving Nova Scotia.
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Ferry service that links PEI and Nova Scotia. Transports vehicles and walk-on passengers. Ferry crossings are 75 minutes and there are amenities on board. Fares are only charged when departing PEI; no fare when leaving Nova Scotia.
The Nova Scotia government is permanently removing fees from all seven of the ferry services operating within the province. Premier Iain Rankin announced the change today at the Englishtown ferry, where a boat transports people across St. Anns Bay between Englishtown and Jersey Cove in northern Cape Breton.
When is the best time to visit PEI? As the temperatures start dropping in October, most stores, seasonal restaurants, and tour providers shut their doors. Overall, the best time to explore this gorgeous destination is between June and September.
Three days is sufficient for PEI. I'm assuming you want to visit & spend time in Nova Scotia, New Brusnwick & Quebec before heading into Ontario and on to Toronto? You're likely going to need at least 5 days in Nova Scotia, and 5 - 6 days in Quebec - depending on what you plan to do and where to go.
If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.
Fare: $2.75 one way. Ask for a free transfer for a return trip. Experience 360-degree views of the Halifax Harbour on the harbour ferry. At just $2.75, the 15-minute journey between the Halifax waterfront and Dartmouth is the most affordable harbour cruise around.
Although Nova Scotia is small (it would take roughly 8 hours to drive the entire length of the province,) this doesn't mean you should rush through. Instead, roll down the driver's side window and plan for relaxed, easy days exploring small friendly towns, beautiful white-sand beaches, and stunning coastal scenery.