Bus from Fort McMurray to Athabasca: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fort McMurray to Athabasca on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Cold ShotBus
Fort McMurray - Marshall St
Husky Gas StationCheapest
Cold ShotBus
Fort McMurray - Hardin St
Husky Gas StationFastest
Cold ShotBus
Fort McMurray - Marshall St
Husky Gas StationNo tags
Cold ShotBus
Fort McMurray - Hardin St
Husky Gas StationNo tags
Cold ShotBus
Fort McMurray (Thickwood Blvd)
Husky Gas StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:09 PM MST.

Get from Fort McMurray to Athabasca

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3h 25mAverage Duration
253 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort McMurray to Athabasca 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 Fort McMurray to Athabasca?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Fort McMurray to Athabasca start from $59. The average price for this route is around $59. 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 Fort McMurray to Athabasca?

    The average bus travel time from Fort McMurray to Athabasca is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 253 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Cold Shot.

  3. Which bus companies service the Fort McMurray to Athabasca route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fort McMurray to Athabasca?

    The earliest bus departs from Fort McMurray to Athabasca at 7:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort McMurray to Athabasca?

    A bus trip from Fort McMurray to Athabasca generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11-28
$52
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12-01
$53
12-02
$53
12-03
$53
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort McMurray to Athabasca was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $52

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 Athabasca, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $127 for a bus ticket from Fort McMurray to Athabasca based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-02.

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