- Distance: 226.2 km
- Duration: 3h 4m
The train between Halifax and Amherst takes 3h 4m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Halifax to Amherst. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a week between Halifax and Amherst. The earliest departure is at 11:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:30 AM which arrives into Amherst at 2:34 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Halifax station and arriving at Amherst station. Services depart 3 times a week, and operate 3 times a week. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.
Halifax to Amherst train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Amherst train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Amherst station.
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The distance between Halifax and Amherst is 140.4 km. The road distance is 226 km.
VIA Rail operates a train from Halifax to Amherst 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–260 and the journey takes 3h 4m.
