What is the distance between Red Deer and Fort McMurray?

Red Deer and Fort McMurray are 324 miles (522 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Red Deer to Fort McMurray?

If you're headed to Fort McMurray from Red Deer, chances are that your bus will depart from Greyhound Station and arrive at Quality Inn Hotel. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Red Deer to Fort McMurray from $54 | Compare & Save up to 53%

TomorrowJul 28

from $67

TueJul 29

from $67

WedJul 30

from $56

ThuJul 31

from $56

FriAug 1

SatAug 2

from $97

SunAug 3

MonAug 4

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 28 at 8:25pm
Departure city: Red Deer
Departure location: Flying J
Arrival time: July 29 at 6:10am
Destination city: Fort McMurray
Destination location: Fort McMurray - Marshall St
Operated by: Cold Shot
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 3:05pm
Departure city: Red Deer
Departure location: Flying J
Arrival time: July 28 at 10:40pm
Destination city: Fort McMurray
Destination location: Fort McMurray
Operated by: Rider Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 35m
Departure time: July 28 at 8:25pm
Departure city: Red Deer
Departure location: Flying J
Arrival time: July 29 at 6:00am
Destination city: Fort McMurray
Destination location: Fort McMurray - Hardin St
Operated by: Cold Shot
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 35m
Departure time: July 28 at 10:00am
Departure city: Red Deer
Departure location: Quality Inn
Arrival time: July 28 at 10:40pm
Destination city: Fort McMurray
Destination location: 10013 MacDonald Ave
Operated by: Red Arrow
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 40m
Departure time: July 28 at 11:05am
Departure city: Red Deer
Departure location: Quality Inn
Arrival time: July 28 at 10:40pm
Destination city: Fort McMurray
Destination location: 10013 MacDonald Ave
Operated by: Ebus AB + Red Arrow
Ebus AB + Red Arrow
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 35m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Red Deer to Fort McMurray.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$55 - $178	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$53 - $94	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Red Deer to Fort McMurray

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Fort McMurray. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 15mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest ticket

22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Red Deer to Fort McMurray: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$102

Average bus trip duration10h

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure8:40am

Distance320 miles (515 km)

Latest bus departure8:25pm

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Red Arrow

4.5/54,479 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4.1

Based on 4479 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Red Arrow ticket prices on this trip start at $130

Red Arrow Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

I enjoyed my trip & was for the most part very satisfied however my one issue is the stop over in downtown Edmonton, there are no amenities & the washrooms aren’t easy to get into with suitcases.

Judy L.

August 17, 2023

Rider Express

4/516,473 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Users have reported that the bus was comfortable and the drivers were attentive and considerate, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, there was an instance where one driver ran late but attempted to make up for lost time by reaching high speeds during the trip.

Rider Express Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

Nice empty bus .. driver ran late . Reached high speeds trying to complete trip on time. Upto 120km /hr.

Derek M.

December 25, 2024

The Bus was comfortable & the Drivers were attentive & considerate. It was a very pleasant trip

Lynn B.

May 21, 2023

The bus driver was very rude

Rachel C.

April 1, 2025

Ebus

4.5/514,121 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting that drivers and assistance staff were respectful. The bus was clean, and passengers felt comfortable and confident in the driver's skills.

Ebus Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

On the stretch from Red Deer to Edmonton driver friendliness was welcomed. Bus was clean & I was comfortable & confident in the drivers skill.

Judy L.

April 27, 2024

Bus staff was good. Edmonton office staff was impolite and during the transfer there was confusion about bus departure time, and when it came time to board there was no announcement of boarding.

Jordan N.

November 26, 2020

The driver from red deer to edmonton, was very rude to the poor women that didnt know how to turn her ringer off! She explained she didnt know how and said he didnt care, dont make me pull over! I was appolled at his responce and im sure everyone on bus was aswell!

Mike M.

November 4, 2019

Cold Shot

4/56,035 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Customers generally had a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting friendly and helpful drivers who were punctual. The buses were noted for being clean and comfortable, especially the larger 24-passenger ones. Some minor concerns included unclear stop durations, lack of Wi-Fi information, and limited legroom in seats.

Cold Shot Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

The seats are way to close together and too small I had buddy's elbows jabbing into my waist the whole trip and we are both small. Kid behind me was screaming and grabbing my seat therefore pulling my hair. Guy was on his phone talking with the speaker so loud. It was the worst trip ever, I will never take that bus again.

Kimberly S.

September 4, 2024

I was surprised it was a van. It was clean. The driver was well dressed and a good driver. Very helpful with my luggage. And definitely on time.

Nicole H.

July 9, 2024

It was great, friendly drivers, perfect amount t of rest stops.. all In all it was great

Melissa B.

August 11, 2023

The Canada Bus

4/54,265 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

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

Red Deer to Fort McMurray Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Red Deer and Fort McMurray?

Stops in Red Deer

A - Greyhound Station

B - Quality Inn

C - Sorenson Transit Station

Stops in Fort McMurray

A - Quality Inn Hotel

B - Peter Pond Mall

C - Sawridge Hotel

D - Downtown Red Arrow Office

E - Pebble Beach

F - Athabasca Lodge

Frequently asked questions for your trip Red Deer - Fort McMurray

What is the distance between Red Deer and Fort McMurray?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Red Deer to Fort McMurray?

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

Best price found

07/25

$62

07/26

$113

Today

$62

07/28

$62

07/29

$62

07/30

$54

07/31

$54

08/01

$57

The cheapest trip from Red Deer to Fort McMurray was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of $54

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 Fort McMurray, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $114 for a bus ticket from Red Deer to Fort McMurray based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-07-31.

Usually Red Arrow 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 Red Deer and Fort McMurray!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Red Deer to Fort McMurray, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Red Deer to Fort McMurray will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Red Deer to Fort McMurray, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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Bus Red Deer to Fort McMurray: Trip Overview

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Red Arrow Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

Rider Express Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

Ebus Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

Cold Shot Red Deer Fort McMurray recent customer reviews

Red Deer to Fort McMurray Bus

Where are the popular stops in Red Deer and Fort McMurray?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Red Deer - Fort McMurray

What is the distance between Red Deer and Fort McMurray?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Red Deer to Fort McMurray?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Will you be returning to Red Deer by bus?

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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