Is there a bus to Charlottetown?

Maritime Bus offers service from Halifax to Charlottetown.

How long is the drive?

The drive takes approximately 3 hours 45 minutes.

Is the bridge toll expensive?

The toll is standard for a major bridge; check the current rate online.

Yes, the Wood Islands ferry is an alternative route to PEI.

Is it a scenic drive?

Yes, the drive through the Maritimes is very picturesque.

Charlottetown

Driving

Hammonds Plains to Charlottetown

Updated: 01 Jun 2026

The trip from Hammonds Plains to Charlottetown covers 320 kilometers, involving a drive through Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to reach the Confederation Bridge. You should budget about 3.5 to 4 hours for this journey. Driving is the most practical mode of transport. Remember that there is a toll for the Confederation Bridge when leaving Prince Edward Island, but not when entering.

Total Distance: 320 km driving distance; 220 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving via the Trans-Canada Highway and Confederation Bridge is the fastest route, taking about 3 hours 45 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Driving your own vehicle is the most cost-effective way to reach Charlottetown.

Compare Hammonds Plains to Charlottetown Routes

Driving

Direct

Duration

3 hours 45 mins

Avg Price

65-80 CAD in fuel + bridge toll

Operator

Personal Vehicle

Route

Take Highway 102/104 to New Brunswick, then Route 16 to the Confederation Bridge.

The bridge toll is only charged when exiting PEI.

Travel Tips

Bridge Toll
Ensure you have a credit card or cash for the bridge toll when leaving PEI.
Traffic
Bridge traffic can be heavy during summer weekends; plan accordingly.
Weather
The bridge can be closed to high-profile vehicles during high winds; check the website.
Dining
Stop in Moncton or Amherst for a meal to break up the long drive.
Navigation
Download offline maps as cell service can be spotty in rural PEI.

Safety Tips

Bridge Safety
Maintain a safe distance and follow speed limits on the Confederation Bridge.
Wildlife
Be cautious of foxes and other wildlife on island roads.
Fatigue
Take breaks every 2 hours to stay alert.
Emergency
Keep a roadside kit in your vehicle at all times.