At just $2.75 (exact cash only!), the 15-minute ride across the harbour on the Alderney Ferry from Halifax to Downtown Dartmouth is a must-do Halifax experience for visitors and locals alike.
Frequent User. Purchase a card and then pre-load credit. Manage your credit, top-ups, and cards online. The crew will scan your card when you travel. View concession prices.
Le texte en français suit. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Halifax Transit will be offering free transit service on Fridays and free ferry service on Saturdays throughout the summer.
The ferries in our region are free, including the tourist attraction, the Kootenay Lake Ferry, which is the longest free ferry in the world. It's a 35-minute journey covering 8km, and operates year round.
One of the best ways to save money on ferry tickets is to book early. Many ferry companies offer discounts for advance bookings, so it pays to plan ahead. Booking your tickets several weeks or even months in advance can help you get the best deals.
That said, some ferries sell out, or require you to reserve a spot in advance (especially if you bring a vehicle). Tickets are often more expensive when purchased at the last minute, so by planning ahead and buying your tickets online you can likely save some money.
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Booking your ferry tickets in advance means that you will not have to worry about availability, which can become very limited as the departure date approaches.