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 October
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sherbrooke in October
Estimated hotel price
$151
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 20m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Sherbrooke, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Sherbrooke to Lévis takes 2h 25m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 39m 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 Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Montreal.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sherbrooke, including Trailways, Megabus and FlixBus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Sherbrooke takes 115 miles and will cost you around $48. From Québec City, the ticket costs about $114 for a journey of 145 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 20m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Sherbrooke, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Sherbrooke to Lévis takes 2h 25m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 39m 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 Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Montreal.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sherbrooke, including Trailways, Megabus and FlixBus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Sherbrooke takes 115 miles and will cost you around $48. From Québec City, the ticket costs about $114 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Sherbrooke

Airlines serving Sherbrooke

Lufthansa
Good (4,650 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,478 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,164 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 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 $130 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $172 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotellerie Jardins de Ville and Comfort Inn Sherbrooke.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sherbrooke

Most booked hotels in Sherbrooke

OTL Gouverneur Sherbrooke
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1967 reviews)
$172+
Hôtel Le Floral
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 891 reviews)
$117+
Grand Times Hotel Sherbrooke
4 stars
Good (7.7, 836 reviews)
$154+
Comfort Inn Sherbrooke
2 stars
Good (7.7, 580 reviews)
$102+
Le President Sherbrooke
3 stars
Good (7.4, 1050 reviews)
$130+
Delta Hotels by Marriott Sherbrooke Conference Centre
3 stars
Good (7.1, 6 reviews)
$158+

Renting a car in Sherbrooke

Renting a car in Sherbrooke costs $48 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Sherbrooke.

Expect to pay $5.41 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 $64.96 and $86.61. Intermediate (Honda Civic or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sherbrooke, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Sherbrooke costs $48 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Sherbrooke.

Expect to pay $5.41 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 $64.96 and $86.61. Intermediate (Honda Civic or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sherbrooke, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.