How much is the train ticket from Moncton to Halifax?

The cheapest train tickets from Moncton to Halifax start from R 749. The average price for this train route is around R 947. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Moncton to Halifax?

The average train journey time from Moncton to Halifax is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 187 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 13:55. And the latest train departs at 13:55.

Train Moncton to Halifax from R 667 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Moncton to Halifax on 14 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	Cheapest
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	Fastest
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	No tags

Next departures from Moncton to Halifax on 16 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	Cheapest
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	Fastest
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	No tags

Next departures from Moncton to Halifax on 19 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	Cheapest
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	Fastest
Train	13:55	VIA Rail Station	4h 41m	18:36	Halifax, NS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:13 PM ADT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Moncton to Halifax

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 314, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

2h 45mAverage duration

186 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 867 - R 1 236	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 749 - R 1 157	Average duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 314 - R 732	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54 815 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Based on 4815 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at R 749

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.

28 May 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.

14 August 2022

Over 2 hours late

Wayne S.

13 September 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 749. The average price for this train route is around R 947. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Moncton to Halifax?
The average train journey time from Moncton to Halifax is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 187 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 13:55. And the latest train departs at 13:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 894

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R 891

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The cheapest trip from Moncton to Halifax, CA was searched and found on 14 Mar 2026 with a price of R 891

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 R 891 to R 1 297 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 R 891, which is on 2026-03-14.