Cape Cod to Halifax: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Cod from Halifax?

The distance from Cape Cod to Halifax is 396.2 miles (637.6 km) as the crow flies. Halifax is located ENE of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 475.4 miles, taking about 9h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Cape Cod is in Massachusetts, United States, while Halifax is in Nova Scotia, Canada.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Cod and Halifax. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.