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Transit Cape Breton Expands Services to Membertou
May 2, 2025
The Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM) and the community of Membertou have partnered to bring public transit service to the First Nations community for the first time, improving connectivity and access to services for those traveling to and from Membertou.
“The expanded service aims to support access to employment, education, healthcare, and commercial areas while strengthening connections between Membertou and the surrounding parts of the municipality. This expansion also reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering strong relationships and ensuring that all residents have access to the services and opportunities they need,” said Cecil Clarke, Mayor of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Route 12, which has two-way service between Sydney and Sydney River, will now include 36 new bus stops in Membertou; 18 in each direction. The updated route will travel from Sydney to Membertou to Sydney River, and from Sydney River to Membertou to Sydney, with the change taking effect on May 5 The updated route will travel from Sydney to Membertou to Sydney River, and from Sydney River to Membertou to Sydney, with the change taking effect on May 5. The bus will run every half hour, Monday to Saturday.
“This new bus route has been a longtime goal for Membertou, and we're proud to partner with the CBRM to make public transportation more accessible for our community. It strengthens connections, supports our workforce, and brings us one step closer to truly welcoming the world,” said Terry Paul, Chief and CEO of Membertou.
Fares for Membertou:
- Membertou to Sydney River ($1.25 adult/ $1.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to CB Regional Hospital ($1.25 adult/ $1.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to Whitney Pier ($1.25 adult/ $1.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to Sydney ($1.25 adult/ $1.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to Mall/Walmart Spar Road ($1.25 adult/ $1.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to CBU ($2.25 adult/ $2.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to Glace Bay ($3.25 adult/ $3.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to New Waterford ($3.25 adult/ $3.00 senior/child)
- Membertou to Northside ($3.25 adult/ $3.00 senior/child)
For information about new and existing routes, rider guidelines, bus schedules, ticket fares and more, please visit www.cbrm.ns.ca/transit
Download the Transit app from Google Play or the App Store to plan your trip, track your ride, and access real-time vehicle locations for Transit Cape Breton services.
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/transit-subway-bus-times/id498151501
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thetransitapp.droid&hl=en&gl=US