No, there is no passenger rail service to PEI.

Is the bridge toll expensive?

It is a standard fee for passenger vehicles.

Private bus services may operate, but driving is recommended.

What is the best way to travel?

Driving is the only practical method.

Lunenburg

Charlottetown

Driving

Lunenburg to Charlottetown

Updated: 31 May 2026

The drive from Lunenburg to Charlottetown covers approximately 350 kilometers and takes about 4 hours. You will travel via Highway 103 to Halifax, then take Highway 102 and 104 toward the New Brunswick border. From there, you will head toward the Confederation Bridge, which connects New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island. This is a beautiful drive, especially as you cross the bridge. Ensure you have your toll payment ready for the bridge crossing.

Total Distance: 350 km driving distance; 220 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving via the Trans-Canada Highway and Confederation Bridge is the fastest method.

Cheapest Way

Driving your own vehicle is the most cost-effective method.

Compare Lunenburg to Charlottetown Routes

Driving

Direct

Duration

4 hours

Avg Price

70-80 CAD in fuel + bridge toll

Operator

N/A

Route

Highway 103 to 102 to 104 to Confederation Bridge

The bridge toll is paid only when leaving the island.

Travel Tips

Bridge Toll
The toll is only charged when leaving PEI; it is free to enter.
Fuel
Fill up in New Brunswick before crossing the bridge.
Navigation
Follow signs for Charlottetown once you cross the bridge.
Rest Stops
There are many service centers along the route in Nova Scotia and NB.
Weather
PEI can be windy; check bridge status during storms.