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Northumberland Ferries Sailing Schedule

This 75-minute ferry trip runs across the Northumberland Strait between Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island and Caribou, Nova Scotia, just outside of historic Pictou.

Timely Check-In Ensures Smooth Sailing

Vehicles must be checked-in and available for boarding at least 40 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time

Northumberland Ferries reserves the right to cancel your reservation and place you on our wait list if you are not checked-in at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.

Foot passengers must check-in at the toll booth to obtain a boarding card 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.

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May 1 - June 14, 2025
Departing Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island

7:00, 10:00, 15:00, 18:00
Daily

Departing Caribou, Nova Scotia

8:30, 11:45, 16:30, 19:30
Daily

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June 15 - October 16, 2025
Departing Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island

7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:45, 13:30, 15:15, 17:00, 18:30
Daily

Departing Caribou, Nova Scotia

7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:45, 13:30, 15:15, 17:00, 18:30
Daily

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October 17 - December 20, 2025
Departing Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island

7:00, 10:00, 15:00, 18:00
Daily

Departing Caribou, Nova Scotia

8:30, 11:45, 16:30, 19:30
Daily

Ferry Info

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