Bus from Banff to Red Deer: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Banff to Red Deer on January 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Red Arrow + Ebus
Bus
Banff Town Center (Mt Royal Hotel Parking)
Quality InnNo tags
Ebus + Red Arrow
Bus
Banff Town Center (Mt Royal Hotel Parking)
Quality InnNo tags
Red ArrowBus
Banff Town Center (Mt Royal Hotel Parking)
Quality InnNo tags
FlixBusBus
Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel
Flying JNo tags
FlixBusBus
Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel
Flying JNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Banff to Red Deer

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Red Deer. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5h 5mAverage Duration
107 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$33 - $84Average Duration5h 5m
4kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$73 - $73Average Duration11h 30m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$22 - $22Average Duration3h 15m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Banff to Red Deer 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 Banff to Red Deer?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Banff to Red Deer start from $33. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Banff to Red Deer?

    The average bus trip duration from Banff to Red Deer is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 107 miles (172 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Rider Express.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Rider Express, FlixBus, Red Arrow.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Banff to Red Deer?

    The earliest bus departs from Banff to Red Deer at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 12:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Banff to Red Deer generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

    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 4709 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Banff to Red Deer?

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

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

    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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Banff to Red Deer was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $49 for a bus ticket from Banff to Red Deer based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2026-01-09.

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