What is the best way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON?
You can reach Halifax, NS with just £156 by taking a Bus from VIA Rail Canada, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONHurdman Coach Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Hurdman Coach Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £156 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONTrain Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Train Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £231 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada27h 51m013:15Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 13:15:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £250 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 51m
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VIA Rail Canada30h 2m011:04Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 11:04:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £287 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 2m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONTrain Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Train Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 26/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 27/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £187 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada27h 51m013:15Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 26/02/2025 13:15:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 27/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £220 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 51m
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VIA Rail Canada30h 2m011:04Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 26/02/2025 11:04:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 27/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £239 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 2m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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VIA Rail Canada27h 51m013:15Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 28/02/2025 13:15:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 01/03/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £256 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 51m
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONTrain Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Train Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 28/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 01/03/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £256 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada30h 2m011:04Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 28/02/2025 11:04:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 01/03/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £295 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 2m
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What are the fastest trips from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?
You can get to Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON in just 26h 49m with a Bus from VIA Rail Canada. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONHurdman Coach Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Hurdman Coach Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £156 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONTrain Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Train Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £231 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada27h 51m013:15Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 13:15:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £250 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 51m
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VIA Rail Canada30h 2m011:04Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 23/02/2025 11:04:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £287 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 2m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONTrain Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Train Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 26/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 27/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £187 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada27h 51m013:15Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 26/02/2025 13:15:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 27/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £220 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 51m
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VIA Rail Canada30h 2m011:04Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 26/02/2025 11:04:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 27/02/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £239 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 2m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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VIA Rail Canada26h 49m014:17Ottawa, ONTrain Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Train Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 28/02/2025 14:17:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 01/03/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £256 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 49m
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VIA Rail Canada27h 51m013:15Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 28/02/2025 13:15:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 01/03/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £256 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 51m
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VIA Rail Canada30h 2m011:04Ottawa, ONFallowfield Station18:06Halifax, NSCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from VIA Rail Canada goes from Fallowfield Station, Ottawa, ON (Canada) at 28/02/2025 11:04:00 to Central Station, Halifax, NS (Canada) arriving at 01/03/2025 18:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £295 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 2m
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Bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS
What are the most popular stations in Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS?
In Ottawa, ON, you will usually depart from St. Laurent Coach Station, Train Station or Fallowfield / Moodie Coach Station, while in Halifax, NS you will be arriving at Central Station, Saint Mary's University or Cambridge Suites, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON? With 3 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS, you can pay as low as £156 with a Bus from VIA Rail Canada.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from VIA Rail Canada: you will get to Halifax, NS in just 26h 49m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS are VIA Rail Canada, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Vanier or to Dartmouth, NS, and look at flights from , and landing at Halifax Stanfield Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?
The most popular companies between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS, are VIA Rail Canada. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS
How can I reach Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON.
How far is Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON?
The distance between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS is 954.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 26 kgs of CO2, a train 33 kgs, a car 162 kgs, and a flight 235 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?
You can get to Halifax, NS with just £156 by taking a Bus from VIA Rail Canada.
What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Halifax, NS in just 26h 49m with a Bus from VIA Rail Canada.
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