Bus from Edmonton to Calgary: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edmonton to Calgary on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
The Canada BusBus
Kingsway LRT Bus stop 1113
Whitehorn LRTCheapest
The Canada BusBus
Airport Road -Petro Canada
Crossiron MillsFastest
Cold ShotBus
Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.
Cold Shot Terminal, #6 1313 44 Ave NENo tags
The Canada BusBus
Kingsway LRT Bus stop 1113
Whitehorn LRTNo tags
Red ArrowBus
Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW
YYC AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:47 PM MST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edmonton to Calgary

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Calgary. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
175 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$17 - $139Average Duration3h 45m
7kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$17 - $122Average Duration4h 5m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$6 - $48Average Duration3h
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edmonton 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 Edmonton to Calgary?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Edmonton to Calgary start from $17. 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. How long is the bus ride from Edmonton to Calgary?

    The average bus trip duration from Edmonton to Calgary is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by The Canada Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Edmonton to Calgary route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 260 buses available per day, including services from The Canada Bus, FlixBus, Rider Express, Ebus, Red Arrow, Cold Shot, Signature Express.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edmonton to Calgary?

    The earliest bus departs from Edmonton to Calgary at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edmonton to Calgary?

    A bus trip from Edmonton to Calgary generates an estimated 7 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 Edmonton to Calgary?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Signature Express, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edmonton to Calgary?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Signature Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Edmonton to Calgary?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Signature Express, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edmonton to Calgary?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Signature Express, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
11/26
$23
11/27
$22
Today
$15
11/29
$19
11/30
$20
12/01
$19
12/02
$18
12/03
$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edmonton to Calgary was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 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 Edmonton to Calgary, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $71 for a bus ticket from Edmonton to Calgary based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Edmonton to Calgary?

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