Bus from Fort McMurray to Calgary: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fort McMurray to Calgary on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Rider ExpressBus
    Fort McMurray
    Downtown 9 Ave SE StationCheapest
    Rider ExpressBus
      Fort McMurray
      1110 Panatella Blvd NW, Calgary NorthFastest
      Red Arrow + Ebus AB
      Bus
      10013 MacDonald Ave
      Crossiron MillsNo tags
      Red ArrowBus
      10013 MacDonald Ave
      North Red Arrow OfficeNo tags
      Rider ExpressBus
        Fort McMurray
        Downtown 9 Ave SE StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:02 AM MST.

        Compare 2 ways to go from Fort McMurray to Calgary

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Calgary. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        7h 30mAverage Duration
        656 kmDistance
        28kgCO₂ emissions
        Average Price$90 - $380Average Duration12h 40m
        16kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average Price$98 - $164Average Duration7h 30m
        28kg CO₂e

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from Fort McMurray to Calgary start from $90. The average price for this route is around $145. 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 Calgary?

          The average bus travel time from Fort McMurray to Calgary is 12h 40m, covering a distance of 650 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by Cold Shot.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from Rider Express, Cold Shot, Red Arrow, Ebus.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Fort McMurray to Calgary 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 Calgary?

          A bus trip from Fort McMurray to Calgary generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Fort McMurray to Calgary?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Red Arrow, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4624 reviews.

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

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Red Arrow has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Fort McMurray to Calgary?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Red Arrow, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Red Arrow, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
        $187
        11-27
        $120
        Today
        $90
        11-29
        $121
        11-30
        $187
        12-01
        $90
        12-02
        $90
        12-03
        $90
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort McMurray to Calgary was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $90

        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 Calgary, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $90 to $187 for a bus ticket from Fort McMurray to Calgary based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2025-12-01.

        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.

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