A. Murray MacKay Bridge, Dartmouth
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Facts and practical information
The A. Murray MacKay Bridge, known locally as "the new bridge", is a suspension bridge linking the Halifax Peninsula with Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, and opened on July 10, 1970. It is one of two suspension bridges crossing Halifax Harbour. Its counterpart, the Angus L. Macdonald Bridge, was completed in 1955. The bridge carries on average 52,000 vehicle crossings per day, and is part of Nova Scotia Highway 111. ()
Length: 3937 ftHeight: 315 ftCoordinates: 44°40'43"N, 63°36'41"W
Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
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- Calculate routeHighfield Terminal 30 min walk
- Calculate route6643 - Bedford Windsor ramp before Windsor Street 32 min walk
- Calculate route6644 - Fairview Overpass After Main Ave 37 min walk
- Calculate route6289 - Bedford Hwy Before Bayview Rd 38 min walk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to A. Murray MacKay Bridge?
Nearby attractions include Africville, Halifax (10 min walk), Casino Taxi, Halifax (19 min walk).
How to get to A. Murray MacKay Bridge by public transport?
The nearest stations to A. Murray MacKay Bridge:
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- Highfield Terminal (30 min walk)
- 6643 - Bedford Windsor ramp before Windsor Street • Lines: 82, 90 (32 min walk)
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