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Four ways to Travel from Nova Scotia to California

Composite routes from Nova Scotia to California

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
13h 3m
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$343.51–$954.19
Plane from Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.90–$763.36
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
10h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$394.40–$1,081.42
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
9h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$610.68–$1,653.94
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.06–$890.58

JetBlue Airways

Website:
jetblue.com/
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
15h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.79–$1,208.65
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
9h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.17–$954.19

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
12h 17m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$267.17–$1,145.03
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
8h 58m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$292.62–$1,272.26
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
9h 37m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$229.01–$1,017.81

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$318.06–$1,145.03
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
9h 43m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$445.29–$1,653.94
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.06–$890.58

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$343.51–$954.19

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
20h 6m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$229.01–$954.19
Plane from Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
20h 23m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.12–$763.36
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
12h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.28–$826.97

Porter Airlines

Website:
flyporter.com/en-ca/
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.84–$763.36
Plane from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
9h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$597.96

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from St-Lambert Amtrak Station to Schenectady
Ave. Duration:
7h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$127.23
Train from Schenectady to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
15h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$292.62
Train from Chicago Union Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
43h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$203.56–$699.74
Train from St-Lambert Amtrak Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.07–$178.12

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Halifax to Saint-Lambert
Ave. Duration:
23h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.86–$165.39
Train from Moncton to Saint-Lambert
Ave. Duration:
18h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$95.42–$152.67

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to St
Ave. Duration:
22h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$76.34–$458.01
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$152.67–$826.97

Maritimebus

Phone:
+1 800-575-1807
Website:
maritimebus.com/
Bus from Halifax, NS - Bus Terminal to Moncton,
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$45.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nova Scotia to California?

The cheapest way to get from Nova Scotia to California is to fly which costs $130.43 - $500 and takes 12h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nova Scotia to California?

The fastest way to get from Nova Scotia to California is to fly which takes 11h 1m and costs $173.91 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct train between Nova Scotia and California?

No, there is no direct train from Nova Scotia to California. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Los Angeles via St-Lambert Amtrak Station, Schenectady and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 20h.

How far is it from Nova Scotia to California?

The distance between Nova Scotia and California is 5029 km. The road distance is 5920.8 km.

How do I travel from Nova Scotia to California without a car?

The best way to get from Nova Scotia to California without a car is to train which takes 3 days 20h and costs $369.57 - $1195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Nova Scotia to California?

It takes approximately 12h 54m to get from Nova Scotia to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nova Scotia to California train from?

Nova Scotia to California train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Halifax station.

Train or fly from Nova Scotia to California?

The best way to get from Nova Scotia to California is to fly which takes 12h 54m and costs $206.52 - $869.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $369.57 - $1195.65 and takes 3 days 20h.

What is the time difference between Nova Scotia and California?

California is 4h behind Nova Scotia. It is currently 03:37 in Nova Scotia and 23:37 in California.

Where does the Nova Scotia to California train arrive?

Nova Scotia to California train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Saint-Lambert station.

Can I drive from Nova Scotia to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Nova Scotia to California is 5921 km. It takes approximately 2 days 10h to drive from Nova Scotia to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 15+ hotels available in California. Prices start at $86.47 per night.
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