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

11.6 miles 18.7 km · straight line
12.2 miles actual route 19.6 km · driving distance
21min estimated drive time
CAD 2 - CAD 2 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Glace Bay from Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada?

The distance from Glace Bay to Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada is 11.6 miles (18.7 km) as the crow flies. Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada is located WSW of Glace Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 12.2 miles, taking about 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in Canada.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Glace Bay 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 Glace Bay to Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21min CAD 2 - CAD 2 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Glace Bay
46.20°N, 59.96°W
America/Glace_Bay
15m 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 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM