Transfer Options from Halifax Airport to Downtown

Halifax is a picturesque ocean port city located in eastern Canada. Towering above the city is the star-shaped fortress, hilltop Citadel, which is a must-see while in Halifax. You’ll also want to explore the waterfront ‘Historic Properties’ and many museums, which outline this city’s unique maritime history.

There are two different ways to get from Halifax airport to downtown; taxi or bus. Taking a Halifax airport taxi will take just 30 minutes to reach downtown, but will cost around €50 (CAD 70). Taking the MetroX Bus will take closer to 60 minutes to get from Halifax airport to downtown, but costs just €3 (CAD 4.25) one-way.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€50	30min	24/7
Bus	€6	60min	05:45–00:15

How to take a taxi from Halifax Airport to Downtown

Taxis are readily available at Halifax airport 24 hours a day. The journey time in a taxi from Halifax airport to downtown is just 30 minutes and the cost will be approximately €50 (CAD 70), depending on your exact destination in the city.

Taxi fare from Halifax Airport to Downtown

The local drivers will give fixed rate fares for a taxi from Halifax airport to downtown. However, the exact price will depend on your final destination in the city. The average taxi fare from Halifax airport to downtown is €50 (CAD 70), but this may change if you’re not heading to the central ring.

Cost

€50 (CAD 70)

Trip Duration

30 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 outside of Halifax Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Halifax Airport?

The grab-and-go taxis can be found directly outside the arrivals hall at Halifax airport. Simply walk to the first available taxi and tell the driver where you want to go.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Halifax airport to downtown not only takes half the time of the public transport options, but it’s also much more convenient. You won’t have to wait in the cold for your transport to arrive, and you can make your way directly to the door of your hotel downtown in a matter of minutes.

Editor’s Note

If you're looking for a way to save on your Halifax Airport taxi, you can split the cost between up to 4 people.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price with the driver, before beginning your journey.

Luggage that can fit in the trunk can be transported at no extra cost.

Most Halifax taxi drivers accept cash or card payments.

How to get from Halifax Airport to Downtown by Bus

The MetroX Bus runs from Halifax airport to downtown every day from 05:45 to 00:15. The journey time on the public bus is around 60 minutes, but the cost of a one-way ticket is just €3 (CAD 4.25), making it the cheapest transfer option available.

How much is the bus from Halifax Airport to Downtown?

The cost of a one-way ticket on the MetroX Bus is €3 (CAD 4.25). This must be paid in cash in exact change to the driver on the bus.

Cost

€3 (CAD 4.25)

Trip Duration

60 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 60 minutes for the MetroX Bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The MetroX Bus runs from 05:45 to 00:15.

Where do I find the bus at Halifax Airport?

All buses leave from the ‘Ground Transportation’ area outside of the arrivals hall. To find the MetroX Bus, simply follow the clearly marked signs from baggage claim.

Convenience

Although taking the MetroX Bus is a good budget option, it’s a slow and less convenient transfer from Halifax airport to downtown. You will have to wait in the cold for up to 60 minutes for the bus to arrive, and then you will need to find another way to reach your hotel once you reach downtown, adding more time and cost to your journey.

Timetables

MetroX Bus

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling early in the morning or during peak travel times, I recommend taking a taxi instead of the bus, so you don't need to wait around in the cold Canadian weather for hours.

Useful Tips

The MetroX Bus makes three stops at Fall River, Downtown Dartmouth and Downtown Halifax.

The bus fare must be paid in exact change.

There's very little luggage storage on the bus, try to travel light.

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How do I get from Halifax airport to downtown?

There are two different transfer options from Halifax airport to downtown; taxi or bus. The fastest option is taking a Halifax airport taxi, which takes 30 minutes to reach downtown and costs around €50 (CAD 70). On the other hand, the MetroX bus is cheaper, at €3 (CAD 4.25) per ticket, but it takes 60 minutes to reach downtown Halifax.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Halifax airport to downtown?

The local drivers give fixed fares for a taxi from Halifax airport to downtown. The exact fare will depend on your destination in the city, but it will be around €50 (CAD 70). If you’d prefer to know your exact fare before you fly, why not book your Halifax airport transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups?

Is there a direct bus from Halifax airport to downtown?

The MetroX Bus runs from Halifax airport to downtown every day from 05:45 to 00:15, with stops at Fall River, Downtown Dartmouth and Downtown Halifax. The journey time on the public bus is around 60 minutes and the cost of a one-way ticket is just €3 (CAD 4.25), making it very affordable.

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