Sherbrooke travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sherbrooke

With a population of 129,447, Sherbrooke is a must-see destination in Quebec, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sherbrooke to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Sherbrooke

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bâton Rouge Steakhouse & Bar - Sherbrooke (2844, rue King Ouest) and Osé Sushi (4732 Boulevard Bourque) are great picks.

When to visit Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke in April
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sherbrooke in April
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sherbrooke in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 3.2 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Sherbrooke, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Sherbrooke

Plane

Although Sherbrooke doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Montreal St Hubert (YHU), which is located 74 miles from Sherbrooke. The shortest flight to Sherbrooke from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Sherbrooke, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Sherbrooke to Ottawa takes 1h 59m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lévis, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sherbrooke is to pick up a car rental from Montreal, which is about 81 miles from Sherbrooke. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in Montreal.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sherbrooke, including Trailways, VIA Rail Canada and Greyhound. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Sherbrooke takes 150 miles and will cost you around $49. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 159 miles.

Plane

Although Sherbrooke doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Montreal St Hubert (YHU), which is located 74 miles from Sherbrooke. The shortest flight to Sherbrooke from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Sherbrooke, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Sherbrooke to Ottawa takes 1h 59m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lévis, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sherbrooke is to pick up a car rental from Montreal, which is about 81 miles from Sherbrooke. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in Montreal.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sherbrooke, including Trailways, VIA Rail Canada and Greyhound. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Sherbrooke takes 150 miles and will cost you around $49. From Kingston, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 159 miles.

Airports near Sherbrooke

Airlines serving Sherbrooke

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sherbrooke

From 5-star hotels such as the OTL Gouverneur Sherbrooke to great affordable options like the Le President Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $125 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $184 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sherbrooke

Most booked hotels in Sherbrooke

OTL Gouverneur Sherbrooke
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1743 reviews)
$184+
Delta Hotels by Marriott Sherbrooke Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 498 reviews)
$169+
Hotel Le Floral
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1313 reviews)
$100+
Grand Times Hotel Sherbrooke
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1105 reviews)
$161+
Comfort Inn Sherbrooke
2 stars
Good (7.9, 688 reviews)
$101+
Le President Sherbrooke
3 stars
Good (7.4, 1256 reviews)
$128+

Renting a car in Sherbrooke

Renting a car in Sherbrooke costs $45 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Sherbrooke (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Sherbrooke is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sherbrooke costs $45 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Sherbrooke (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Sherbrooke is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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