The Halifax Stanfield International Airport shuttle connection to Dartmouth is Halifax Transit Regional Express Route 320, and the airport also has taxi, car-service and rideshare options. Choose between scheduled public transport and curbside services, then check the operator’s current details before travelling.
- Route 320 links the airport with Dartmouth, Fall River and downtown Halifax.
- The airport sells Route 320 tickets at the Ground Transportation Booth in Arrivals and through the HFXGO app.
- Uber and Lyft use a marked pickup area outside Arrivals.
Where is Halifax Stanfield Airport in relation to Dartmouth?
Halifax Stanfield is linked to Dartmouth by Route 320, a limited-stop, commuter-based bus route that also serves Fall River and downtown Halifax. Downtown Dartmouth is one of the route’s three pickup and drop-off locations, so the bus offers a direct public-transit connection between the airport and the city.
Route 320 is wheelchair accessible, as are all Halifax Transit buses. If you are planning time in the area after arriving, you can pair transport planning with a one-day Dartmouth and Halifax itinerary.
What shuttle, bus, taxi and rideshare options serve the airport?
Route 320, Maritime Bus, taxis, car services and rideshare each have different boarding and booking arrangements. Check which service fits your arrival plans before you leave the terminal.
Halifax Transit Route 320
Route 320 is the airport’s Halifax Transit Regional Express route, also identified as the Airport/Fall River route. Cash fares are $4.75 for adults and students and $3.25 for seniors and children; children ages 0–12 ride free. Cash passengers need exact change when boarding.
You can buy tickets at the Ground Transportation Booth in Arrivals, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, or use the HFXGO app. Baggage is allowed; check Halifax Transit’s baggage policy for the details.
Maritime Bus
Maritime Bus operates airport transportation every day, but the service only stops when passengers are booked. Buy your ticket before travelling, and have identification and a mobile or printed ticket ready to board.
Be ready at the scheduled departure time; pickup may be up to 10 minutes later. The Halifax Airport Express Shuttle is no longer operating, so consult Maritime Bus for fares and schedules for its daily airport service.
Taxis, car services and rideshare
Taxis, airport car services and limousines are available curbside outside Arrivals. Shared-ride service may also be available through the Ground Transportation desk. Pre-arranged taxis and limousines need to be booked before you arrive, and advance booking is encouraged for travel outside peak periods. Accessible taxis can be requested at the desk; arrange accessible transport ahead of time when possible.
Uber and Lyft pickups use the designated rideshare area on the ground transportation curb outside Arrivals, on the terminal’s main level. To find it, exit Arrivals near the Ground Transportation booth, turn right and follow the signs to the marked spaces.
How do you plan the trip from the airport to the motel?
Start by choosing a service that matches your arrival timing and destination. If you take Route 320, confirm the departure details and plan to pay with exact cash or buy a ticket in advance.
For Maritime Bus, book before travelling and be ready at the scheduled departure time. For a taxi, limousine or car service, arrange a pre-booked ride before arrival if that suits your plans.
Once you reach Dartmouth, the airport is about a 24-minute drive from Lake City Motel. Keep your intended destination handy when arranging a curbside ride, and confirm the pickup point for the service you choose.
What should you confirm before travelling?
Fares, service schedules and pickup arrangements can change, so check the official site before you go. Use Halifax Stanfield’s airport information for Route 320 fares, ticket purchases and terminal pickup directions; check Halifax Transit for baggage rules; and consult Maritime Bus for its current airport service fares and schedules. If you need accessible transport, contact the relevant operator or airport desk in advance where possible.
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FAQs
Does Halifax Transit Route 320 stop in Dartmouth?
Yes. Downtown Dartmouth is one of Route 320’s three pickup and drop-off locations, alongside Fall River and downtown Halifax.
Can you pay cash on Route 320?
Yes. Cash fares vary by passenger category, and exact change is required when boarding. Tickets are also available at the Arrivals Ground Transportation Booth and through the HFXGO app.
Where do Uber and Lyft pick up at Halifax Stanfield?
Use the marked rideshare spaces on the ground transportation curb outside Arrivals, on the terminal’s main level. From Arrivals, exit near the Ground Transportation booth, turn right and follow the signs.
Do you need to book Maritime Bus before travelling?
Yes. Maritime Bus requires passengers to buy tickets before travelling, and the airport service only stops when passengers are booked.