How much is the bus ticket from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort McMurray to Edmonton start at R 707. The average price for this route is around R 1 196. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

The average bus journey time from Fort McMurray to Edmonton is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 384 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Rider Express .

Which bus companies service the Fort McMurray to Edmonton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Rider Express , Red Arrow , Cold Shot , Ebus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

The earliest bus departs from Fort McMurray to Edmonton at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

A bus trip from Fort McMurray to Edmonton produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Red Arrow , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4640 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Red Arrow has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Red Arrow , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Red Arrow , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Fort McMurray to Edmonton from R 629 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 15m	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	Cheapest
	Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 15m	13:25	Esso Gas Station - 26 Strathmoor Dr	Fastest
	Bus	17:40	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 10m	22:50	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	No tags
Cold Shot + Sun Dog Tours	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	8h 10m	15:55	West Edmonton Mall	No tags
	Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 45m	13:55	Edmonton South	No tags

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 15m	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	Cheapest
	Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 15m	13:25	Esso Gas Station - 26 Strathmoor Dr	Fastest
	Bus	17:40	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 10m	22:50	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	No tags
Cold Shot + Sun Dog Tours	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	8h 10m	15:55	West Edmonton Mall	No tags
	Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h 20m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	No tags

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 15m	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	Cheapest
	Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 15m	13:25	Esso Gas Station - 26 Strathmoor Dr	Fastest
Cold Shot + Sun Dog Tours	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	8h 10m	15:55	West Edmonton Mall	No tags
	Bus	08:00	Fort McMurray - Hardin St	5h	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	No tags
	Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h 20m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	No tags

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 15m	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	Cheapest
	Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 15m	13:25	Esso Gas Station - 26 Strathmoor Dr	Fastest
Cold Shot + Sun Dog Tours	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	8h 10m	15:55	West Edmonton Mall	No tags
	Bus	08:00	Fort McMurray - Hardin St	5h	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	No tags
	Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h 20m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	No tags

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 15m	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	Cheapest
	Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 15m	13:25	Esso Gas Station - 26 Strathmoor Dr	Fastest
Cold Shot + Sun Dog Tours	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	8h 10m	15:55	West Edmonton Mall	No tags
	Bus	08:00	Fort McMurray - Hardin St	5h	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	No tags
	Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h 20m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	No tags

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 15m	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	Cheapest
Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 15m	13:25	Esso Gas Station - 26 Strathmoor Dr	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Fort McMurray - Hardin St	5h	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	No tags
Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h 20m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	No tags
Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 45m	13:55	Edmonton South	No tags

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h 20m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	Cheapest
Bus	09:10	Quality Inn Hotel	4h 50m	14:00	Northgate Rosslyn Hotel	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Quality Inn Hotel	5h 10m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	No tags
Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h	14:00	Northgate Rosslyn Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Fort McMurray to Edmonton on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 15m	13:00	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	Cheapest
	Bus	09:10	Fort McMurray	4h 15m	13:25	Esso Gas Station - 26 Strathmoor Dr	Fastest
	Bus	17:40	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	5h 10m	22:50	Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.	No tags
Cold Shot + Sun Dog Tours	Bus	07:45	Fort McMurray - Marshall St	8h 10m	15:55	West Edmonton Mall	No tags
	Bus	09:00	10013 MacDonald Ave	5h 20m	14:20	Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Fort McMurray to Edmonton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edmonton. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 458, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

4h 45mAverage duration

379 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 707 - R 2 330	Average duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 888 - R 894	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 458 - R 1 186	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fort McMurray and Edmonton?

Stops in Fort McMurray

A
Quality Inn Hotel
424 Gregoire Dr, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 3R2, Canada
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B
Peter Pond Mall
9903-9911 Biggs Ave, Fort McMurray, AB T9H, Canada
C
Sawridge Hotel
530 MacKenzie Blvd, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4C8, Canada
D
Downtown Red Arrow Office
8217 Franklin Ave, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4P4, Canada
E
Pebble Beach
E Athabasca Hwy, Wood Buffalo, AB T0P, Canada
F
Athabasca Lodge
AB-63, Fort Mackay, AB T0P Canada

Stops in Edmonton

A
Northgate Rosslyn Hotel
13648-13668 97 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5E 4E2, Canada
B
Downtown - 10180 105 St NW
10180 105 St NW, Next to Fountain Tire, Edmonton, AB, T5J 1C9, Canada
Visit page
C
Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW
10014 104 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J, Canada
Visit page
D
Edmonton International Airport
E
U of A
117 Street & 87 Avenue, Stop 2666, Edmonton, AB T6G, Canada
Visit page
F
Peter's Drive-In
5151 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 5X6, Canada

Compare bus companies

Rider Express

4/517 815 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.6

The reviews highlight a positive experience with the bus service, emphasizing courteous and friendly drivers who ensure a smooth and safe journey. Passengers appreciated the comfortable seating, cleanliness of the buses, affordability of fares, and punctuality in most cases. Some users noted minor issues such as charging ports not working or limited heating during peak winter months but overall praised their travel experiences for being efficient and pleasant.

Rider Express Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews

The bus driver was Excellent! Extremely conscientious and considerate, very helpful. Always a pleasure to ride this route with Ryder Express.

George B.

14 December 2025

I paid the extra to cancel at anytime but the option wasn't there for me to cancel

Mark L.

18 November 2025

Bus was 24 minutes late and we had no notice. Bus driver was incredibly rude and temperamental when we asked for our 15 minute break at grasslands and he told us to get off the bus if we wanted a cigarette

Afnan I.

8 November 2025

Red Arrow

4.5/54 653 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4.1

Passengers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with Red Arrow, highlighting the comfortable seating and cleanliness of the buses. The staff is frequently praised for being friendly, professional, and accommodating. While some minor issues were noted such as leftover garbage or unkept washrooms, these did not overshadow the overall satisfaction expressed by travelers who appreciated a smooth journey.

Red Arrow Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews

The driver was nice and helpful. The rest stop was nice and for a good length of time. I don't recommend telling people to be there 15 mins early in -11C to then show up 5 mins late.

Angela C.

17 November 2025

I loved the trip so much, the cleaniness of the Bus, driver was a very professional driver, communicated well with the passengers, I will travel Red Arrow again.

Mahmoud A.

27 October 2025

The trip overall was fine except for some young kids that were unable to be feathered which could be a safety issue

Hubert K.

17 August 2025

Cold Shot

4/56 235 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Passengers frequently commend the friendly and helpful drivers, contributing to a positive travel experience. The service is appreciated for being affordable and providing good value. However, some users mention that buses can be cold or lack amenities like power outlets and refreshments. Additionally, there are occasional reports of uncomfortable seats or minor delays due to traffic conditions.

Cold Shot Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews

Shell in Fort McMurray didn't let us in the store we were freezing waiting for the bus the lady that worked there should be fired she let us freeze and we could not pee before we got on the bus and the driver had to stop on the side of the road to let a lady pee before she pee her self thank god

Crystal H.

4 December 2025

I enjoyed good times with driver but I didn’t enjoyed being not having garbage bags behind the seats and coffee cups arms to keep it.

Thani M.

22 November 2025

They were were suppose to be there at 7:45 for 8:00 departure and they didn’t show up till 8:45 and didn’t let any of the customers know by email or by phone call/text that the bus was running extremely late and it was still on its way I had to stand outside in -5 with wind so it was cold in the middle of downtown Fort Mac

Reece J.

10 November 2025

Ebus

4.5/514 743 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

Ebus receives high praise from users for its comfortable and enjoyable rides, with many highlighting the friendly and helpful staff. The service is consistently described as excellent, featuring clean buses, accommodating personnel, and reliable amenities like Wi-Fi. While some noted minor issues such as tight seating space or non-functional sockets, overall satisfaction remains very positive among travelers.

Ebus Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews

The trip was awesome, very smooth and the driver very professional. I didn't know when we got to Edmonton.

Chijioke M.

19 January 2025

Always love riding in Ebus, no complaints, driver/FA super friendly and nice. 5 stars.

Rio D.

5 March 2024

Comfy and safe ride. The wifi is great too! we can choose any seat we want but first come first serve basis for the seats.

Karen Rose F.

29 December 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort McMurray to Edmonton by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort McMurray to Edmonton start at R 707. The average price for this route is around R 1 196. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
The average bus journey time from Fort McMurray to Edmonton is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 384 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Rider Express.
Which bus companies service the Fort McMurray to Edmonton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Rider Express, Red Arrow, Cold Shot, Ebus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
The earliest bus departs from Fort McMurray to Edmonton at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
A bus trip from Fort McMurray to Edmonton produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Red Arrow, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4640 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Red Arrow has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Red Arrow, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Red Arrow, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

12/12

R 1 368

13/12

R 644

Today

R 1 367

15/12

R 644

16/12

R 644

17/12

R 644

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R 644

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R 644

The cheapest trip from Fort McMurray to Edmonton was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 644

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 Edmonton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 644 to R 1 501 for a bus ticket from Fort McMurray to Edmonton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 644, which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually Red Arrow, Rider Express 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.