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Getting Here

Wander off the beaten path for Nova Scotia’s hidden Eastern Shore secret. Take the scenic route via Hwy #7 Marine Drive to Sherbrooke Village and beyond!

Just a few hours’ drive from Halifax, Moncton, or Charlottetown transports you to an escape from the urban frenzy where you can embrace the tranquility of nature.

Ever wondered how to take the “Backroad to the Cabot Trail” from Halifax? Check out the St. Mary’s District along Hwy #7 Marine Drive and the #211 to the Country Harbour Ferry and beyond!

Travel Times

Take the Backroad to the Cabot Trail

These distances and times are approximate and can vary based on traffic, weather conditions, and chosen routes. Always check current road conditions and plan accordingly.

🚗 From Halifax, NS

Distance: Approximately 195 km
Estimated Time: About 2 hours and 54 minutes
Route: Take Highway 107 to Musquodoboit Harbour, then follow Highway 7 along the scenic Eastern Shore’s Marine Drive to Sherbrooke .

🚗 From Moncton, NB

Distance: Approximately 313 km
Estimated Time: Around 3 hours and 15 minutes
Note: This route may involve traveling through New Brunswick and parts of Nova Scotia

🚗 From Cavendish, PEI

Distance: Approximately 366 km
Estimated Time: About 3 hours and 58 minutes
Note: This journey includes crossing from Prince Edward Island into Nova Scotia, likely via the Confederation Bridge or ferry

🚗 From Sydney, Cape Breton, NS

Distance: Approximately 237 km
Estimated Time: Around 3 hours and 28 minutes
Route: Travel southwest from Sydney through Cape Breton Island to reach Sherbrooke

St. Mary's Boat Club

Located behind the Sherbrooke Village Museum you’ll find a floating dock, four berths for small boats, and launch way. There are no services.

Port Bickerton West Harbour Marina

EV Charging

NS Power offers EV fast charging in Sherbrooke, Nova Scotia. There are two fast-charging stations (180 kW) at the Municipality of St. Mary’s office.

Other EV charging locations include Sherbrooke Village, Main Street, and Liscombe Lodge.

Sherbrooke Garage

Serving customers for over 100 years, they are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.

Offering towing, motor vehicle inspections, and vehicle repair & maintenance services – they look forward to helping you with all your vehicle needs

SMART-GO

St. Mary’s Association for Rural Transit (SMART), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing door-to-door, wheelchair-accessible transportation for residents and visitors to St. Mary’s, Nova Scotia.

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