How do I get from Grande Prairie to Red Deer without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Red Deer without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?

The travel time from Grande Prairie to Red Deer is about 9h 25m, although the fastest bus will take 6h 40m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 285 miles (460 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Grande Prairie from Red Deer?

The distance separating Grande Prairie and Red Deer is 285 miles (460 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?

Most of the buses traveling from Grande Prairie to Red Deer leave from O/A Metobe Transport Bus Stop and arrive at Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Grande Prairie to Red Deer by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $57.

How much does a bus ticket from Grande Prairie to Red Deer cost?

You can expect to pay around $98 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $57 and $274, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Grande Prairie to Red Deer Bus Tickets

TodayJun 5

TomorrowJun 6

from $73

SatJun 7

from $66

SunJun 8

from $116

MonJun 9

from $71

TueJun 10

from $71

WedJun 11

from $66

ThuJun 12

from $75

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 6 at 8:15am
Departure city: Grande Prairie
Departure location: Grande Prairie
Arrival time: June 6 at 2:55pm
Destination city: Red Deer
Destination location: Flying J
Operated by: Rider Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 40m
Departure time: June 6 at 7:00am
Departure city: Grande Prairie
Departure location: Grande Prairie
Arrival time: June 6 at 3:20pm
Destination city: Red Deer
Destination location: Flying J
Operated by: Cold Shot
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 20m
Departure time: June 6 at 9:30am
Departure city: Grande Prairie
Departure location: Podollan Inn
Arrival time: June 6 at 5:50pm
Destination city: Red Deer
Destination location: Quality Inn
Operated by: Ebus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 20m
Departure time: June 6 at 9:30am
Departure city: Grande Prairie
Departure location: Podollan Inn
Arrival time: June 6 at 8:15pm
Destination city: Red Deer
Destination location: Quality Inn
Operated by: Ebus + Red Arrow
Ebus + Red Arrow
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 45m
Departure time: June 6 at 7:00am
Departure city: Grande Prairie
Departure location: Grande Prairie
Arrival time: June 6 at 5:50pm
Destination city: Red Deer
Destination location: Quality Inn
Operated by: Cold Shot + Ebus
Cold Shot + Ebus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 50m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Grande Prairie to Red Deer.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$57 - $274	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$38 - $87	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Grande Prairie to Red Deer

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Red Deer. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Grande Prairie to Red Deer: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$98

Average bus trip duration9h 25m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure7:00am

Distance284 miles (458 km)

Latest bus departure5:45pm

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Cold Shot

4/55,953 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.2

According to users, the drivers are consistently praised for their professionalism and friendliness. Despite a delay due to weather conditions, travelers appreciate the punctuality of services when possible and commend the positive demeanor of both drivers and staff throughout their journeys.

Cold Shot Grande Prairie Red Deer recent customer reviews

The first bus was OK, but the second bus had terrible shocks and was quite a bumpy ride.

Lyndon R.

October 24, 2024

The bus driver is wonderful.the bus for 8 hours however is over booked and over crowded. They need to update the vehicle itself.no arm rests in middle and states wifi when there is none. Cannot fit everyone I would take Ebus next time

Crissycooke C.

June 5, 2024

Do Not use Cold Shot... save your money... They are awful and the driver is very rude!

Otto E.

December 9, 2019

Rider Express

4/515,970 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Based on 15970 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Rider Express ticket prices on this trip start at $57.00

Rider Express Grande Prairie Red Deer recent customer reviews

Worst driver ever,very rude,bus was suppose to take off at 1540 from southgate,edmonton. i was stuck on traffic and constructions while on my way to the bus station,driver calls me at 1534 asking were i was and spoke very rude,telling me i should be there right now or he is leaving when the bus is suppose to leave at 1540,i explained my situation and told him i was on my way,be there asap,i got there just at 1540 and he already left,i had to be stranded there in the cold -27, i called him at 1541,he was rude again on call and said i left and hung up,never booking again with rider express,And will make sure my friends and family doesnt either,

Deepak R.

February 2, 2025

Ebus

4.5/513,912 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 13912 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Ebus ticket prices on this trip start at $113.00

Ebus Grande Prairie Red Deer recent customer reviews

The service was so good that i have bevome a lifetime loyalty passenger. Keep up the good job.

Godwill H.

May 24, 2022

CA bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Rider Express, Ontario Northland, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Ebus

Grande Prairie to Red Deer Bus

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

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

Where are the popular stops in Grande Prairie and Red Deer?

Stops in Grande Prairie

A - O/A Metobe Transport Bus Stop

Stops in Red Deer

A - Greyhound Station

B - Quality Inn

C - Sorenson Transit Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Grande Prairie - Red Deer

How do I get from Grande Prairie to Red Deer without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?
How far is Grande Prairie from Red Deer?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?
How much does a bus ticket from Grande Prairie to Red Deer cost?

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

Best price found

06/03

$69

06/04

$99

Today

$69

06/06

$70

06/07

$63

06/08

$105

06/09

$67

06/10

$67

The cheapest trip from Grande Prairie to Red Deer was searched and found on Jun 7, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $109 for a bus ticket from Grande Prairie to Red Deer based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-06-07.

Usually Ebus AB 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 Grande Prairie and Red Deer!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Grande Prairie to Red Deer, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Grande Prairie to Red Deer.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Grande Prairie to Red Deer while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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Bus Grande Prairie to Red Deer: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Grande Prairie and Red Deer?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Grande Prairie - Red Deer

How do I get from Grande Prairie to Red Deer without flying?

How long is the bus trip from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?

How far is Grande Prairie from Red Deer?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?

How much does a bus ticket from Grande Prairie to Red Deer cost?

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