5.0
Pros: I don’t drive in the winter and this was an excellent way to go. No stress. Cons: I was happy with everything. Tips: Excellent way to travel and reasonable rates.
5.0
Pros: Driver is helpful. Cons: None everything’s work out fine.
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There are 2 intercity buses per day from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. Traveling by bus from Fort St John to Grande Prairie usually takes around 2 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Cold Shot Bus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
Distance | 109 mi (176 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
Cheapest price | $79.63 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Cold Shot Bus |
Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Fort St John to Grande Prairie
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: I don’t drive in the winter and this was an excellent way to go. No stress. Cons: I was happy with everything. Tips: Excellent way to travel and reasonable rates.
5.0
Pros: Driver is helpful. Cons: None everything’s work out fine.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. Cold Shot Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Cold Shot Bus | 2 | 2h 36m | $80.60 |
Cold Shot Bus has been operating in the Canadian province of Alberta since 2005. The regional bus company runs smaller shuttle buses with a maximum capacity of around 20 passengers. Because Cold Shot keeps prices low, passengers should expect a more basic experience without onboard Wi-Fi or power outlets. Cold Shot offers 2 daily trips on average from Fort St John to Grande Prairie, with prices at an average of .
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 176 kilometers from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 50 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Fort St John to Grande Prairie, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
One of the biggest cities in Northern Alberta, Grande Prairie offers outdoor adventure and urban comfort in equal measure. Muskoseepi Park, the city’s top attraction, spans the city's length and provides a range of family-friendly activities, insights into local heritage at the Grande Prairie Museum, and photo opportunities at the monumental millennium sundial.
Surrounded by dense woodland, the city is a haven for nature lovers who will love Saskatoon Island Provincial Park. Here, explorers can camp, canoe, hike, bike, or explore trails aboard a snowmobile if visiting during the winter months.
Grande Prairie is home to a wide variety of delicious global cuisines, but the year-round farmers' market on the main avenue is the best way to get an authentic flavor of the city. Thirsty visitors can also seek out Grande Prairie's many artisanal coffee shops and microbreweries to delve even deeper into the city's thriving food and drink scene.
Most bus and rail travel routes from Grande Prairie go through the Albertan capital of Edmonton, from which connections across Canada are available. Grande Prairie Airport also provides convenient transport with daily flights to Edmonton as well as Calgary.
Most buses depart from the main station in Fort St John.
Ft St John - 100 Ave
Cold Shot Bus service in Grande Prairie departs from 9501 113 St, west of the city’s center. The area around the station is somewhat industrial, but within a short drive, there are still some hotels and fast food options to fuel up or rest up before or after a long day of travel. Buses board outside of the small Cold Shot office in a multi-use building, and there is an indoor waiting area in the office. Upon arriving in Grande Prairie, you can find the Eastlink Centre, Muskoseepi Park, and the Grande Prairie Museum within easy reach.
9501 113 St
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