Argentia, on the eastern end of Newfoundland, is 131 km (81 mi) from St John's. Crossing times between North Sydney and Argentia are 14 hours, but this ferry runs just from June 21 to September 30, to help with the busy summer tourist traffic. The ferry from North Sydney to Argentia runs From June 19 to Sepetember 30, which run 5:30pm Mon, Thu, Sat (and just Sat fromSpt 20-30). The return trip from Argentia to North Sydney leaves Sun, Wed Fre at 5:00pm.
Toll-Free: 800-341-7981 |
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North Sydney, NS 902-794-5814 (recorded) 902-794-5254 (info) |
Port aux Basques, NF 709-695-2124 (recorded) |
Argentia, NF 709-227-3755 (recorded) 709-227-2431 (info) |
- The Non-Smokers Health Act: Smoking is strictly prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation.
- Passengers are not permitted to remain in their vehicles during the crossing. If it is necessary to return to your vehicle while at sea, you must be accompanied by a member of the crew. Doors are locked and visits to the vehicle deck are scheduled.
Halifax-Dartmouth Ferries
The Halifax/Dartmouth ferry departs every 15 or 30 minutes from each side of the harbour on weekdays and half-hourly on Saturdays and holidays. Half-hourly Sunday service (Dartmouth service only) noon to 6pm, June to September. Another ferry runs between Woodside and Halifax, Mon. to Fri., peak hours only. MetroInfo: 490-6600.
The Halifax ferry terminal is located at the foot of George Street. The Dartmouth ferry terminal is on Alderney Drive at the foot of Queen Street. Another ferry runs between Halifax and Woodside (south Dartmouth) Monday to Friday, peak hours only.