Bus from Edmonton to Red Deer: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edmonton to Red Deer on March 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Downtown -Jasper Ave
Red Deer (Parkland Mall)Cheapest
The Canada BusBus
Airport Road -Petro Canada
Tim Horton's - 6620 Orr DrFastest
Cold ShotBus
Cold Shot Terminal 11550 154 St.
Flying JNo tags
Red ArrowBus
Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW
Quality InnNo tags
Ebus ABBus
Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW
Quality InnNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:43 PM MDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Edmonton to Red Deer

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Red Deer. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

68bus per day
1h 50mAverage Duration
84 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$16 - $80Average Duration1h 50m
3kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$24 - $38Average Duration1h 50m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edmonton to Red Deer 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 Red Deer?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Edmonton to Red Deer start from $16. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Red Deer?

    The average bus trip duration from Edmonton to Red Deer is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 84 miles (135 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Edmonton to Red Deer route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 68 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, The Canada Bus, Rider Express, Ebus, Red Arrow, Cold Shot.

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

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

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

    A bus trip from Edmonton to Red Deer generates an estimated 3 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 Red Deer?

    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 4732 reviews.

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

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

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

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Edmonton to Red Deer?

    According to Busbud traveler 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
03/19
$27
03/20
$26
Today
$23
03/22
$18
03/23
$24
03/24
$17
03/25
$18
03/26
$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edmonton to Red Deer was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $40 for a bus ticket from Edmonton to Red Deer based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2026-03-24.

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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