PEI Ferry to Nova Scotia There are two ships that travel this route the MV Holiday Island and MV Confederation.
How many ferries run between Nova Scotia and PEI?
two ferry services
There are two ferry services to consider if you are visiting PEI. The Northumberland Ferries connects Caribou, Nova Scotia to Wood Islands, and the Îles-de-la-madeleine ferry connects these wind-swept islands in the Gulf of St Lawrence to Souris.
What ferry goes from PEI to Nova Scotia?
Northumberland Ferries
Since 1941, Northumberland Ferries has been transporting passengers and their vehicles between Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia.
How many ferries are there in Nova Scotia?
7 ferries
The Department of Public Works operates 7 ferries.
Where do you catch the ferry to PEI?
From early April to November, regular ferry service runs from Cap-aux-Meules, Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec to Souris, Prince Edward Island.
What is the cost of the ferry from Nova Scotia to PEI?
Passenger Fares
| Walk-On Passengers | Round-Trip |
|---|---|
| Adult (13 – 59 years) | $22 |
| Senior (60 years +) | $19 |
| Child (12 years or less) | FREE |
Is there a ferry between Cape Breton and PEI?
The ferry lands near Pictou and from there you’ll need to drive on to Cape Breton. Depending upon schedules the ferry may slightly shorten your trip, depending upon where you would be in PEI when you are ready to leave. The actual ferry ride time is just over an hour. It would save a bit of driving.
How long is the ferry ride from Nova Scotia to Port aux Basques?
six to eight hours
There is year-round service between North Sydney, Nova Scotia and Port aux Basques, in southwestern Newfoundland. Most days have two sailings – morning and evening – and the crossing takes six to eight hours, depending on weather.
Is the ferry from Nova Scotia to PEI free?
Ferry Passes cost $89 and cover a round-trip for a standard passenger vehicle up to 7′ high and 20′ long.
Can I take the ferry to PEI and the bridge back?
You can certainly take the ferry to PEI and the bridge back. In fact that will save you money. You only pay when leaving the Island and the bridge is considerably cheaper. Many thanks for the info.
What is the name of the ferry that goes from Maine to Nova Scotia?
The CAT High Speed Ferry
The CAT High Speed Ferry
The high-speed CAT ferry travels between Bar Harbor, Maine and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia in just 3.5 hours. RVs, pickups, SUVs, cars, tour buses, motorcycles, and bicycles are welcome aboard The CAT—as well as walk on passengers and four-legged friends.
What is the best way to get to Prince Edward Island?
Getting to PEI. There are three convenient ways to get to Prince Edward Island. Whether you drive across the Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick, take a ferry ride from Nova Scotia or fly into the Charlottetown airport, as long as you know how to drive in a round-about, you’ll find our Island easy to navigate.
How many ferries do P & O have?
20 ships
We have a fleet of more than 20 ships and operate more than 30,000 sailings a year at peak times. In addition to sailing on eight major routes including England to France, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and Holland, we also operate intermodal continental hubs at Zeebrugge and Europoort.
How much does it cost to cross the bridge to PEI?
The toll rates, as of January 2022, are $50.25 for a two-axle automobile and $8.50 for each additional axle. Motorcycles are charged $20.00. While pedestrians and cyclists are not permitted to cross the bridge, but a shuttle service is available.
Do you need a reservation for the PEI ferry?
Please note that one-way travel from Caribou, Nova Scotia, to Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island, is available for automobiles (car, pickup truck, SUV; less than 7′ high and 20′ long) at no fee on a first come, first served basis, however spaces cannot be guaranteed without a reservation.
Do you pay both ways on PEI ferry?
You only pay when leaving the Island. If you leave the Island via the ferry the fare is around $78 for a passenger car. Leaving via the bridge is about $45. We recently travelled to PEI from Nova Scotia on the ferry.
Do you pay to enter PEI?
Do you have to pay to leave PEI and also pay for the Ferry Ride? You only pay whichever option you leave with. No charge to go across the bridge to PEI or the ferry. The ferry is more expensive than the bridge so you may want to take that across first if you’re looking to do both.
Is ferry cheaper than flight?
The ferry costs the same as a flight – and costs the planet a lot less – The Irish Times.
Which is better PEI or Cape Breton?
PEI has some nice coast line but tends to be more agricultural and flatter than Cape Breton. We are just back from there. We found that Cape Breton was much wilder. There are lots of hiking trails in the national park.
How long is the ferry from PEI to Cape Breton?
75 minutes
Transports vehicles and walk-on passengers. Ferry crossings are 75 minutes and there are amenities on board.
How much is the ferry from New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island?
The crossing takes about 75-minutes with regular daily crossings from May to mid-December. During peak season, a reservation is recommended. Visit ferries.ca for details on schedule, amenities and to book online. The round-trip 2022 fare for a vehicle including passengers is $84, which is paid only when leaving PEI.