How much is the train ticket from Moncton to Halifax?

The cheapest train tickets from Moncton to Halifax start at $64. The average price for this train route is around $81. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Moncton to Halifax?

The average train trip from Moncton to Halifax takes 4h 41m and covers 187 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 41m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Moncton to Halifax route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Moncton to Halifax?

The earliest train from Moncton to Halifax departs at 1:55pm. The latest train departs at 1:55pm.

Train Moncton to Halifax from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Moncton to Halifax on April 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Cheapest
1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Fastest
1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags

Next departures for Moncton to Halifax on April 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Cheapest
1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Fastest
1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags

Next departures for Moncton to Halifax on April 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	CheapestFastest
	1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
VIA Rail + Maritime Bus	1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	7h 5m	9:00pm	Halifax (YHZ) Airport	No tags
	1:55pm	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:09 PM ADT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Moncton to Halifax

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

187 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $89	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$64 - $116	Average Duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,828 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 4828 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $64

VIA Rail Moncton Halifax recent customer reviews

Train was 4 hours late and the food they gave was¡cold burgers were grosser then gross

Hailey S.

May 28, 2024

Overall experience was good but the delay time was too much and i did not receive any notification for that time change

Kaushal P.

August 14, 2022

Over 2 hours late

Wayne S.

September 13, 2024

CA train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Moncton 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 Moncton to Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Moncton to Halifax start at $64. The average price for this train route is around $81. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Moncton to Halifax?
The average train trip from Moncton to Halifax takes 4h 41m and covers 187 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 41m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Moncton to Halifax route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Moncton to Halifax?
The earliest train from Moncton to Halifax departs at 1:55pm. The latest train departs at 1:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03-30

$73

03-31

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Today

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04-02

$93

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04-04

$93

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04-06

$77

The cheapest trip from Moncton to Halifax, CA was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $73

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Moncton to Halifax, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $73 to $114 for a train ticket from Moncton to Halifax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2026-04-06.