Bus from Red Deer to Calgary: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Red Deer to Calgary on March 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Cold ShotBus
Flying J
Cold Shot Terminal, #6 1313 44 Ave NECheapest
The Canada BusBus
Tim Horton's - 6620 Orr Dr
Crossiron MillsFastest
Cold ShotBus
Flying J
Centex Memorial DriveNo tags
Red ArrowBus
Quality Inn
YYC AirportNo tags
Red Arrow + Ebus AB
Bus
Quality Inn
Crossiron MillsNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:24 PM MDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Red Deer to Calgary

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Calgary. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

79bus per day
2hAverage Duration
86 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$16 - $116Average Duration2h
3kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$25 - $91Average Duration1h 40m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $16. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 79 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rider Express, The Canada Bus, Ebus, Red Arrow, Cold Shot.

  3. What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 9:35pm.

  4. 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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

    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 4732 reviews.

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

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

  7. Which bus company has the most timely service from Red Deer to Calgary?

    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.

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

    According to Busbud traveler 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
03/22
$24
03/23
$23
Today
$21
03/25
$21
03/26
$18
03/27
$20
03/28
$15
03/29
$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Red Deer to Calgary was searched and found on Mar 28, 2026 with a price of $15

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 $15 to $99 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 $15 which is on 2026-03-28.

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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