What is the travel distance from Calgary to Slave Lake?

Calgary and Slave Lake are 474 km (294 miles) apart.

Bus Calgary to Slave Lake from $124 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Calgary to Slave Lake on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:20pm	Cold Shot Terminal, #6 1313 44 Ave NE	8h 45m	3:05am	Sawridge Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	6:50pm	Centex Memorial Drive	8h 15m	3:05am	Sawridge Travel Center	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: 2025-11-11 MST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Slave Lake. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 15mAverage Duration

470 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$139 - $141	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$51 - $51	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Cold Shot

4/56,200 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Users have shared that the bus ride from Calgary was very good, and they appreciated the driver's assistance at 3:00 am to ensure their onward journey. However, some mentioned tight seating and non-functional seat belts or charging stations.

Cold Shot Calgary Slave Lake recent customer reviews

The ride from Calgary was very good. The ride from Edmonton to slave lake was full capacity. The charge station at my seat was not working. However, went beyond expectations at 3:00 am when we arrived and he made sure my ride was working and I was on my way before he left. It was much appreciated.

Kris F.

September 9, 2024

Seating was a little tight and the seat belts sometimes can’t be found

Charles O.

January 3, 2023

Rider Express

4/517,588 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

The Canada Bus

4/54,583 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.4

Ebus

4.5/514,613 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calgary to Slave Lake by bus

What is the travel distance from Calgary to Slave Lake?
Calgary and Slave Lake are 474 km (294 miles) apart.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-16

$125

11-17

$125

Today

$125

11-19

$125

11-20

$125

11-21

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11-22

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11-23

$124

The cheapest trip from Calgary to Slave Lake was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $124

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

You can expect to pay from $124 to $125 for a bus ticket from Calgary to Slave Lake based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-11-23.