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Today1 Sept
Tomorrow2 Sept
from US$66
Wed3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
from US$66
Sat6 Sept
from US$64
Sun7 Sept
from US$97
Mon8 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Fort McMurray
    Departure location: Fort McMurray - Marshall St
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Red Deer
    Destination location: Flying J
    Operated by: Cold ShotCold Shot
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Fort McMurray
    Departure location: Fort McMurray - Hardin St
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Red Deer
    Destination location: Flying J
    Operated by: Cold ShotCold Shot
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Fort McMurray
    Departure location: Fort McMurray - Hardin St
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Red Deer
    Destination location: Flying J
    Operated by: Cold ShotCold Shot
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Fort McMurray
    Departure location: 10013 MacDonald Ave
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Red Deer
    Destination location: Quality Inn
    Operated by: Red Arrow + Ebus AB
    Red Arrow + Ebus AB
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Fort McMurray
    Departure location: 10013 MacDonald Ave
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Red Deer
    Destination location: Quality Inn
    Operated by: Red ArrowRed Arrow
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fort McMurray to Red Deer

Bus
Average priceUS$67 - US$178Average duration9h 50m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$70 - US$87Average duration6h 15m
22kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Fort McMurray to Red Deer

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Red Deer. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6h 15mAverage duration
US$70Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Fort McMurray to Red Deer: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$101
Average bus trip duration9h 50m
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure07:45
Distance319 miles
Latest bus departure09:10

Fort McMurray to Red Deer Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Fort McMurray to Red Deer. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Fort McMurray to Red Deer from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Red Deer from Fort McMurray, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Fort McMurray - Red Deer

  1. How far is Red Deer from Fort McMurray by coach?

    The journey from Fort McMurray to Red Deer by coach covers an approximate distance of 324 miles (522 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Red Deer from Fort McMurray without flying?

    To travel from Fort McMurray to Red Deer without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
30/08
US$75
31/08
US$113
Today
US$75
02/09
US$62
03/09
No data
04/09
US$61
05/09
US$62
06/09
US$75
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort McMurray to Red Deer was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$61

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Fort McMurray to Red Deer as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$113 for a bus ticket from Fort McMurray to Red Deer based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$61, which is on 2025-09-04.

Usually Red Arrow will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Fort McMurray and Red Deer!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Fort McMurray to Red Deer, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Fort McMurray to Red Deer.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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