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Port Hawkesbury, NS

Port Hawkesbury is a municipality in southern Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. While within the historical county of Inverness, it is not part of the Municipality of Inverness County.

Type City

Why go

  • Town in Nova Scotia, Canada.
  • Served by Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS).

History

Port Hawkesbury is a municipality in southern Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. While within the historical county of Inverness, it is not part of the Municipality of Inverness County.

Airports

Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS) 4.4 km to the centre
Port Hawkesbury, NS, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Port Hawkesbury, NS
Port Hawkesbury, NS
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Port Hawkesbury, NS. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

VIA Rail Canada
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Ebus
Intercity coach
Rider Express
Intercity coach