Burlington, Vermont to Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, Vermont from Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada?

The distance from Burlington, Vermont to Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada is 642.7 miles (1034.3 km) as the crow flies. Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada is located ENE of Burlington, Vermont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 771.2 miles, taking about 15h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Burlington, Vermont is in Vermont, United States, while Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada is in Nova Scotia, Canada.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Burlington, Vermont and Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada. 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.