Transit routes, drive times, and future transportation plans
for getting to and from Port Wallace.
Halifax Transit Service
Port Wallace is served by Halifax Transit with connections to Dartmouth's major terminal hubs. From these hubs, riders can transfer to routes serving downtown Halifax, the ferry terminals, and Burnside Industrial Park.
Route 55 — Port Wallace
The primary transit route serving the Port Wallace area runs along Waverley Road with 34 stops and an approximate trip time of 26 minutes.
- Inbound: Bridge Terminal (downtown Dartmouth)
- Outbound: Charles Keating Drive / Portobello area
- Stops at Mic Mac Terminal en route
Transit Terminals & Hubs
- Bridge Terminal
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Major hub in downtown Dartmouth connecting to Halifax via bus and the Alderney ferry. The primary transfer point for Port Wallace commuters heading to the Halifax peninsula.
- Mic Mac Terminal
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Located at Mic Mac Mall, this hub connects to multiple Dartmouth routes. A convenient transfer point served by Route 55.
- Penhorn Terminal
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Nearby connection point providing access to additional Dartmouth routes along the Portland Street corridor.
- Portland Hills Terminal
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Features a 230-space park-and-ride facility. Served by Route 72, a crosstown route to Dartmouth Crossing via Woodlawn, Main Street, Highfield Park, and Burnside.
Getting to Downtown Halifax
Once you reach Bridge Terminal in downtown Dartmouth, crossing the harbour to Halifax is quick and frequent.
Bus from Bridge Terminal
- Trip time: ~12 minutes
- Frequency: every 5 minutes
- Fare: $3.00
Alderney Ferry
- Trip time: ~15 minutes
- Alderney Landing to Halifax waterfront
- Fare: $3.00
Woodside Ferry
- Alternative harbour crossing
- Connects to south-end Halifax
- Fare: $3.00
Driving Distances from Port Wallace
| Destination | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dartmouth (Bridge Terminal) | ~8–10 km | Via Waverley Road and Portland Street |
| Downtown Halifax | ~15–20 km | Via Macdonald Bridge or MacKay Bridge |
| Burnside Industrial Park | ~5–7 km | Halifax region's largest business park |
| Dartmouth Crossing | ~7–8 km | IKEA, Costco, Cineplex, and more |
For more on the shopping and services available at these destinations, visit the Maps & Boundaries page to see where Port Wallace sits in relation to the wider HRM area.
Future Transportation Plans
The Port Wallace development plan includes several transportation improvements designed to support the growing community. These are at various stages of planning and funding.
Road & Transit Infrastructure
- Central collector road: Designed to support transit service from the earliest phases of development, ensuring bus access as new neighbourhoods are built.
- Avenue du Portage extension: Could extend to connect with Forest Hills Parkway via a roundabout or overpass. This connection requires provincial funding and approval.
Capacity Challenges
- Highway 107: Currently at capacity between Montague Road and Akerley Boulevard. Upgrades are needed to accommodate growth from Port Wallace and surrounding areas.
- Waverley Road: Already operating at capacity, making transit alternatives and new road connections increasingly important.
Active Transportation
Walking and cycling infrastructure is required along collector roads as part of the Port Wallace planning strategy. This ensures that active transportation options are built into the community from the ground up, reducing car dependency for short trips within the neighbourhood.
Learn more about the neighbourhood layout and trail networks on the Nearby Neighbourhoods page, or explore current and planned housing on the Housing & Real Estate page.