Confederation Bridge: Linking Prince Edward Island to Mainland Canada
Drive across the iconic Confederation Bridge, the world's longest bridge over ice-covered waters, connecting PEI to mainland Canada.
The Confederation Bridge, a modern engineering marvel, spans the Northumberland Strait, connecting Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick and the rest of mainland Canada. Opened in 1997, this 12.9-kilometer bridge is the world's longest over ice-covered waters and has become an iconic landmark in the Maritimes.
A brief summary to Confederation Bridge
- Confederation Bridge, Borden-Carleton, CA
- +1902-437-7300
- Visit website
Local tips
- Tolls are only collected when leaving Prince Edward Island. Be prepared to pay at the toll plaza in Borden-Carleton.
- Pedestrians and cyclists are not permitted to cross the bridge. A shuttle service is available for a fee.
- Consider visiting the Cape Jourimain Nature Centre on the New Brunswick side for excellent views and information about the bridge.
- Check weather conditions before crossing, as the bridge may temporarily close during severe weather.
Getting There
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Driving
From Borden-Carleton, PEI, the Confederation Bridge is directly accessible from the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1). Follow the signs for the Confederation Bridge. After passing through the toll booths (when leaving PEI), you will be on the bridge. The toll for a two-axle vehicle is $50.25. Ensure you have cash, Interac, or a major credit card for payment. Overtaking and passing are not permitted on the bridge.
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Shuttle
For pedestrians and cyclists, a shuttle service is available to cross the Confederation Bridge. The shuttle departs from both the Borden-Carleton, PEI, and Cape Jourimain, NB, sides of the bridge. As of January 2022, the shuttle costs $4.75 per pedestrian and $9.50 per cyclist when leaving Prince Edward Island. Check the schedule and book in advance, as space may be limited.
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