Bus from Fort McMurray to Red Deer: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fort McMurray to Red Deer on August 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Rider ExpressBus
Fort McMurray
Flying JCheapestFastest
Red Arrow + Ebus AB
Bus
10013 MacDonald Ave
Quality InnNo tags
Rider ExpressBus
Fort McMurray Downtown
Flying JNo tags
Red Arrow + Ebus AB
Bus
10013 MacDonald Ave
Quality InnNo tags
Red Arrow + Ebus AB
Bus
Quality Inn Hotel
Quality InnNo tags
Red Arrow + Ebus AB
Bus
Quality Inn Hotel
Quality InnNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:53 PM MDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Fort McMurray to Red Deer

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Red Deer. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5shuttle per day
6h 50mAverage Duration
320 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceNZ$117 - NZ$210Average Duration8h 55m
13kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average PriceNZ$126 - NZ$127Average Duration6h 50m
16kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Fort McMurray 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 Fort McMurray to Red Deer?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Fort McMurray to Red Deer start from NZ$117. The average price for this route is around NZ$140. 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 Fort McMurray to Red Deer?

    The average bus trip duration from Fort McMurray to Red Deer is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 321 miles (517 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Rider Express.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Rider Express, Cold Shot, Red Arrow, Ebus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Fort McMurray to Red Deer at 7:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10am.

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

    A bus trip from Fort McMurray to Red Deer generates an estimated 12.910149999999998 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 Fort McMurray 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 4966 reviews.

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

    According to Busbud traveler 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 Fort McMurray to Red Deer?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Red Arrow, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 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
08/05
NZ$105
08/06
NZ$128
Today
NZ$128
08/08
NZ$128
08/09
No data
08/10
NZ$104
08/11
NZ$105
08/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort McMurray to Red Deer was searched and found on Aug 10, 2026 with a price of NZ$104

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 NZ$104 to NZ$128 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 NZ$104 which is on 2026-08-10.

Usually 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.

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