Busbud recommends carpooling from Fort McMurray to Edmonton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edmonton. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers frequently highlight the courteous and friendly nature of the drivers, as well as their efficient driving skills. The buses are often described as clean, spacious, and comfortable with ample legroom. Many users appreciate that buses generally run on time and offer affordable fares. While some reviews mention minor issues such as limited charging facilities or brief stops, overall satisfaction remains high among travelers for providing a pleasant travel experience.
Rider Express Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews
It’s so hard to find the bus terminal
There’s no sign
I ask the person they said the line up is there but someone said we have to move to the grass near the gas station.
There should be a sign to read
I have lots of luggage’s and do hard to cross and give moving with no accurate spot to wait
2 out of 5 stars
Johanna B.
Worst experience, the driver was so rude. He didn’t told us about the stops in the Edmonton
1 out of 5 stars
Jannat A.
The journey was smooth, the driver was very commutative, nice, polite and patient.
Passengers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with Red Arrow, highlighting the friendly and professional staff, clean buses, comfortable seating, and efficient service. Many appreciated the smooth rides despite occasional external delays like road construction or accidents. A few mentioned minor issues such as leftover garbage in seat pockets or washroom conditions but emphasized overall satisfaction with their journeys.
Red Arrow Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews
The trip overall was fine except for some young kids that were unable to be feathered which could be a safety issue
5 out of 5 stars
Hubert K.
It was wonderful, nothing bad to say, except for I almost got stuck in the bathroom, bus driver, Rob Zookowski, wonderful man with the best customer service
5 out of 5 stars
Sherry K.
Wifi barely worked the entire way. There was data - had to hotspot my phone
But the driver was safe and the ride arrived on time
Passengers frequently commend the friendly and helpful drivers, noting their professionalism and courteousness. The service is generally appreciated for being affordable with comfortable seating options. However, some reviews mention that buses can be cold during trips and occasionally have maintenance issues like uncomfortable seats or broken amenities such as power outlets not functioning as advertised.
Cold Shot Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews
The bus was extremely loud and there were no charging ports that were mentioned on the ticket. Essentially just a school bus that was painted with a u-haul attached.
2 out of 5 stars
Paige K.
I'd had to pay for my daughter but she was still under age, she was 4 years old, also I had a 12 years old daugter with me, she was hold my 4 year daughter but he tile me to pay her, I'd pay him by cash but he did't not gave me rased he give me different day and time
2 out of 5 stars
Semera L.
I had an emergency and I tried to cancel my trip but they refused to do so. Even though I paid the cancellation refund fees, they didn’t allow me to get refunded. Unreal!
Ebus receives high praise from users for its comfortable and enjoyable rides, with many highlighting the friendly and helpful staff. The service is consistently described as excellent, featuring clean buses, accommodating personnel, and reliable amenities like Wi-Fi. While some noted minor issues such as tight seating space or non-functional sockets, overall satisfaction remains very positive among travelers.
Ebus Fort McMurray Edmonton recent customer reviews
The trip was awesome, very smooth and the driver very professional. I didn't know when we got to Edmonton.
5 out of 5 stars
Chijioke M.
Always love riding in Ebus, no complaints, driver/FA super friendly and nice. 5 stars.
5 out of 5 stars
Rio D.
Comfy and safe ride. The wifi is great too! we can choose any seat we want but first come first serve basis for the seats.
Busbud helps you find a bus from Fort McMurray to Edmonton. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
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Where are the popular stops in Fort McMurray and Edmonton?
117 Street & 87 Avenue, Stop 2666, Edmonton, AB T6G, CanadaU of A
F - Peter's Drive-In
5151 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 5X6, CanadaPeter's Drive-In
Frequently asked questions for your trip Fort McMurray - Edmonton
How far is Fort McMurray from Edmonton?
Fort McMurray and Edmonton are 235 miles (379 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fort McMurray to Edmonton?
Most of the buses traveling from Fort McMurray to Edmonton leave from Quality Inn Hotel and arrive at Northgate Rosslyn Hotel. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/16
$53
09/17
$74
Today
$38
09/19
$38
09/20
$38
09/21
$74
09/22
$38
09/23
$38
The cheapest trip from Fort McMurray to Edmonton was searched and found on Sep 22, 2025 with a price of $38
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 Edmonton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $74 for a bus ticket from Fort McMurray to Edmonton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-09-22.
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.
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 Fort McMurray and Edmonton!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Fort McMurray to Edmonton.
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 Fort McMurray to Edmonton.
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Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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