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

141.2 miles 227.2 km · straight line
332.7 miles actual route 535.4 km · driving distance
7h 11min estimated drive time
CAD 54 - CAD 66 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
92° E bearing direction

How far is Charlottetown from Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada?

The distance from Charlottetown to Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada is 141.2 miles (227.2 km) as the crow flies. Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada is located E of Charlottetown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.7 miles, taking about 7h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in Canada — Charlottetown in Prince Edward Island and Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada in Nova Scotia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlottetown and Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Charlottetown to Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 11min CAD 54 - CAD 66 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 37min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 49min $40–$116* Comfort

Quick Facts

Charlottetown
46.24°N, 63.13°W
America/Halifax
0m elevation
Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
46.14°N, 60.18°W
America/Glace_Bay
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 176.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM