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Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train

The journey from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train is 1,311.56 km and takes 34 hrs 20 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:15 a.m. and the last at 1:15 a.m.. It is possible to travel from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 34 hrs 20 mins
Connection per Day 1
First Departure 1:15 a.m.
Last Departure 1:15 a.m.
Distance 1,311.56 km
Departure Hamilton, Ontario
Arrival Halifax, Nova Scotia
Carriers Viarail

Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia Train Times

Departure date
Monday, Jun 16, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia

The cheapest Hamilton, Ontario - Halifax, Nova Scotia train tickets can be found for as low as $85.80 if you’re lucky, or $107.42 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $130.55.

Find the best day to travel to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train

When travelling to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
91.81kg
Bus
98.37kg
Flight
262.31kg
Car
209.85kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Hamilton, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia are 91.81kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Hamilton, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia? By taking the train between Hamilton, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia you will save 170.5kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 6.56kg compared to a bus and 118.04kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Hamilton, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia by train?
Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia is 1,311.56 km.
How long does the train between Hamilton, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia take?
Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia is on average 34 hrs 20 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 34 hrs 20 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia?
Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia leave?
The earliest train from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia departs at 1:15 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia depart?
The latest train from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia departs at 1:15 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Hamilton, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia is 34 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct train from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia?
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamilton, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia.
What are the CO2 emissions for Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train?
The train journey from Hamilton, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia creates 91.81kg of CO2 emissions.

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