The crossing is approximately 75 minutes.

Reservations are recommended in order to guarantee passage on the departure of your choosing. Passage is available without a reservation however it is on a first come, first served basis. Online bookings are available for walk-on passengers, motorcycles and automobiles less than 7’ high and 20’ long (car, pickup truck, SUV). All other vehicle types must call toll free 1-877-762-7245 to book. Accurate overall vehicle height and length are required at time of booking.

• Your credit card information (Mastercard, Visa and Amex is accepted)
• License plate number

One-way travel from Caribou, Nova Scotia, to Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island, is available for automobiles (car, pickup truck, SUV; less than 7’ high and 20’ long) at no fee on a first come, first served basis, however spaces cannot be guaranteed without a reservation. Travellers who wish to book a one-way reservation from Caribou, Nova Scotia, will be subject to a fee of $82. One-way reservations from Caribou may later be converted to a round-trip reservation at no additional fee should travellers decide to exit Prince Edward Island via ferry. Travellers departing Prince Edward Island via the Confederation Bridge will be responsible for paying the Confederation Bridge toll.

There are parking lots at each terminal which are accessible for passengers to be picked up.

Yes, parking is available at both terminals. In Wood Islands, parking is located behind the terminal building. Look for signs marked “public parking”. In Caribou, parking is located beside the terminal building/cafeteria and can be accessed by taking a right turn at the junction at the entrance to the compound. Parking is at your own risk.

In event of a cancelled crossing, Northumberland Ferries Limited will send you an email advisory including options on how to rebook or cancel your reservation.

If you have not provided us with an email address, our agents will attempt to call you as soon as possible.

Please be sure to give us contact information that you will have access to while travelling. If you are travelling out of country, please keep cell phone data access in mind.

When in doubt, please call our toll free line or our ferry terminals – they will be able to advise you of service interruptions and help you rebook/cancel your reservation.

Want to receive updates on ferry schedule changes?

Text “OPT IN” to 902.200.0247. You will receive updates from Northumberland Ferries Limited. Text frequency may vary. To stop receiving alerts simply text “STOP” to the same number.

Travel within Canada is permitted to Prince Edward Island for residents of Canada without the requirement of pre-travel approval or self-isolation for 14 days. A PEI Pass is required to enter the province for both residents of Prince Edward Island and visitors. Testing at borders will not be required for Atlantic Canadian residents with a PEI Pass.

Vaccinated with two doses of COVID-19 vaccine

• PEI Pass required
• Not required to self-isolate
• Tested upon entry

Unvaccinated or one dose of COVID-19 vaccine

• Isolate for 8 days
• Declaration required
• Tested upon entry and on day 8

Information for visitors to Prince Edward Island and Island residents returning home is available for download here.

Please be advised that the schedule is subject to change without notice and is contingent on provincial travel restrictions. Travel will be subject to compliance with all company COVID-19 safety measures including screening and testing protocols imposed by Transport Canada or provincial Chief Public Health Offices.

Please monitor our website for further updates or call 1-877-762-7245.

Individuals claiming a medical exemption from COVID-19 vaccination will be required to have a Medical Exemption Letter from the Chief Public Health Office to travel with Northumberland Ferries Ltd.. Substitute letters or health care provider notes claiming medical exemption will not be accepted.

A PEI Pass is required to enter the province for both residents of Prince Edward Island and visitors.

The PEI Pass is a document that verifies the traveler is fully or partially vaccinated and is not required to self-isolate in PEI.

For non-PEI residents: It is not recommended that you travel to PEI before receiving your PEI Pass, and you may be denied entry.

For PEI residents: If you arrive at the PEI point of entry before receiving your PEI Pass, you will be required to self-isolate until your application can be reviewed.

If you have any questions regarding the PEI Pass, please contact Justice and Public Safety at:
[email protected] or 902-368-5025
(Monday to Friday 8am-8pm; Saturday and Sunday 8am-4pm.)

Information for visitors to Prince Edward Island and Island residents returning home is available for download here.

Yes, passengers will be screened at the time of check-in to determine their suitability to travel. Any passengers showing potential signs of COVID-19 (fever, cough, difficulty breathing, or sore throat) will be denied passage.

Northumberland Ferries Limited (Prince Edward Island – Nova Scotia service) has identified a series of changes to our operations to effectively provide a safe environment for both passengers and employees to combat the spread of COVID-19. Read More

Please be advised that face masks/coverings are mandatory at all times during travel when not in a vehicle, outdoors or when eating and drinking while seated on board. These enhanced precautions are consistent with provincial Public Health recommendations.

Exemptions to wearing a mask include:

• children under the age of 2
• children 2 to 4 when their caregiver can’t get them to wear a mask
• anyone with a valid medical reason for not wearing a mask. Certification or valid medical documentation is required.
• anyone who is reasonably accommodated under the Human Rights Act
• anyone who is unable to remove the mask without assistance
• while you’re eating or drinking
• crew while physically distancing and directing traffic on vehicle decks (must have mask visible and ready)
• crew while physically distancing and working in non-public areas

For more information from Transport Canada about face covering requirements for travel on passenger vessels and ferries, please click here.

Yes. Join us in the Salt Water Café on board mv Holiday Island and mv Confederation. A reduced menu is available for your convenience and safe passage in 2021.

English Menus

• Breakfast
• Lunch & Dinner

French Menus

• Petit déjeuner
• Déjeuner – Diner

Our staff are trained to provide first-aid care if required for passengers on board. Our staff are continuously familiarized with COVID-19 medical precautions on board. Please advise a staff member if assistance is required.

In order to comply with Transport Canada’s regulations, passengers are required to leave their vehicles during the sailing.

Electric vehicle charging is not available on mv Holiday Island or mv Confederation at this time.

Pets may remain in vehicles for the duration of the voyage. Owners may also kennel or leash their pets and remain on the exterior passenger decks. Pets are not permitted in interior passenger areas with the exception of service dogs.

No, there are no ATM’s on board. However, there are ATM’s in the Wood Islands and Caribou Terminals.

We offer on board accessibility. We also recommend you make your requirements known at time of check-in and our crew will be more than happy to assist you.

No.

Seating on the mv Confederation and the mv Holiday Island is first-come, first served. We offer a variety of seating options.

The Viewing Decks offer a great opportunity to walk around the ships, as well as take in the beautiful views of the Northumberland Strait. It is quite common to spot seals, birds and often porpoises swimming alongside the ships. The Viewing Decks are a fantastic place to relax and enjoy the crossing!

In an effort to provide and support the health and wellness of our passengers and employees, Northumberland Ferries Limited is pleased to provide a smoke-free environment on board the mv Holiday Island and mv Confederation and within the Wood Islands and Caribou Terminal properties. No smoking of any kind is permitted including vapor products, e-cigarettes, and cannabis.

Yes, WIFI on board is free.

No.

Calling all frequent Sailors!

If you sail often with Northumberland Ferries Limited, now you can save even more. Take advantage of bulk pricing and SAVE $50 when you purchase a 5-Pass booklet. For more details, click here.

Do you offer gift cards?

Northumberland Ferries Limited offers Ferry Passes that can be purchased at various locations in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia! Present a friend or loved one with a round trip on board mv Confederation or mv Holiday Island. Ferry Passes cost $82 and cover a round-trip for a standard passenger vehicle up to 7′ tall and 20′ long. Passes do not guarantee boarding but can be upgraded to a reservation online with no additional fees. Click here for more details.

Production companies may be permitted access to NFL vessels and terminals as a venue for filming or photoshoot efforts. Film/photo shoots must be coordinated in advance with NFL in order to minimize the impact on operations. For more information, please contact Allison MacLaurin at [email protected].

Are you a safety-focused, team player with exceptional customer service skills? Would you enjoy working in a unique environment with a diverse staff and crew, serving travellers from near and far? If you think you are a good fit for our team, Apply Today

If you have another question that is not addressed above, we invite you to contact us by email [email protected] or call 1-877-762-7245 for further assistance.