Know that New Brunswick has two VIA Rail train stations with trains going to Nova Scotia. You can catch a train at the Moncton and Amherst train station before heading for the two stations in Nova Scotia.
Understand that the only train running through New Brunswick and on to Nova Scotia is the Ocean. This train only runs six times a week both ways from Montreal and Halifax.
Consider that the duration of the train travel between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia is relatively short, so you will not need to bring too much to keep yourself busy for the ride.
Plan on buying your ticket during the off-peak months of the year for more seating options. The off-peak months are from May to the end of October.
Find the Moncton train station on 1240 Main Street next to the Highfield Square Mall and just off Highway 106. The train station ticket counter is open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to book your tickets and also has a baggage room, bicycle box, telephones, car rental and a snack bar.
Book your train travel from New Brunswick to Nova Scotia in one of three different classes. Comfort class is the least expensive, Comfort sleeper class provides private accommodations and the Easterly class offers a maritime learning experience.
Settle into comfortable and luxurious accommodations when you book the Easterly class, available from early May to the end of October. Included as part of this class are presentations about maritime culture and history along with private accommodations and a three-course dinner.
Decide to book a reservation in Comfort class and you will have several fare options, including the least flexible Supersaver, discounted fare and the regular fare that has more flexibility.
Remember that when you go to book your train travel from New Brunswick to Nova Scotia, the Comfort and Comfort sleeper classes are available all year-round but the Easterly class is only offered from May until October.
Buy your tickets online utilizing the comprehensive RESERVIA system that enables you to book your ride with short notice or months ahead of time. You also have the option of calling the toll-free number for VIA Rail at 888-842-7245 to book your tickets.
Plan on taking a group of 20 or more people on the same train and you can take advantage of a discounted rate for adult fare prices of 35 percent if you pick Comfort class. If you are the group leader, you can also get a free ticket for every block of 20 tickets you have purchased.
