Bus from Red Deer to Calgary: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Red Deer to Calgary on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Rider ExpressBus
    Flying J
    Marlborough Mall - Entrance 1Cheapest
    The Canada BusBus
    Tim Horton's - 6620 Orr Dr
    Crossiron MillsFastest
    Cold ShotBus
    Flying J
    Cold Shot Terminal, #6 1313 44 Ave NENo tags
    Red ArrowBus
    Quality Inn
    YYC AirportNo tags
    Ebus ABBus
    Quality Inn
    North Red Arrow OfficeNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:40 PM MST.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Red Deer to Calgary

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Calgary. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    14carpool per day
    1h 45mAverage Duration
    138 kmDistance
    6kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$19 - $161Average Duration1h 55m
    3kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average Price$30 - $128Average Duration1h 40m
    4kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average Price$8 - $34Average Duration1h 45m
    6kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Red Deer to Calgary by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Red Deer to Calgary?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Red Deer to Calgary start from $19. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Red Deer to Calgary?

      The average bus travel time from Red Deer to Calgary is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by The Canada Bus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Red Deer to Calgary route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 87 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, The Canada Bus, Rider Express, Red Arrow, Ebus, Cold Shot, Signature Express.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Red Deer to Calgary?

      The earliest bus departs from Red Deer to Calgary at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Red Deer to Calgary?

      A bus trip from Red Deer to Calgary generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Red Deer to Calgary?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Signature Express, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Red Deer to Calgary?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Signature Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Red Deer to Calgary?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Signature Express, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Red Deer to Calgary?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Signature Express, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    11-28
    $29
    11-29
    $24
    Today
    $29
    12-01
    $23
    12-02
    $18
    12-03
    $17
    12-04
    $17
    12-05
    $18
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Red Deer to Calgary was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $17

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

    You can expect to pay from $17 to $143 for a bus ticket from Red Deer to Calgary based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-03.

    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.

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