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About The Canada Bus

The Canada Bus is a coach company operating out of Calgary in Canada. The winner of multiple 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Awards, the company's coach fleet serves seven cities and eight stations in the country. Added together, it runs 137 daily trips across 5 cities.

Founded in 2011, The Canada Bus has destinations including Edmonton, Red Deer, Canmore, and Banff. It also runs an airport drop-off service to Calgary and Edmonton international airports.

Amenities onboard The Canada Bus vehicles include reclining seats, USB charging ports, onboard restrooms, and free WiFi. Passengers are also given a complimentary bottle of water when boarding.

The easiest way to find and book the best Canada Bus deals is through Wanderu. The Canada Bus has partnered with Wanderu since 2021, so you know you're getting the lowest prices possible when you search with us.

**2023** #1 Best Safety Measures #2 Best Ground Travel Provider in Canada #5 Best Quality Vehicles **2022** #1 Best Ground Travel Provider in Canada #1 Most Helpful Crew #1 Best Value Service #1 Best COVID-19 Safety Measures #2 Most Comfortable Seats

2023

1 Best Safety Measures

2 Best Ground Travel Provider in Canada

5 Best Quality Vehicles

2022

1 Best Ground Travel Provider in Canada

1 Most Helpful Crew

1 Best Value Service

1 Best COVID-19 Safety Measures

2 Most Comfortable Seats

The Canada Bus Amenities

Air conditioningAir conditioning
RestroomRestroom
Power outletPower outlet
WiFiWiFi
USB powerUSB power
Free waterFree water
Extra legroomExtra legroom

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The Canada Bus bus coverage

Daily Trips137
stations8
cities5
countries1

What travelers are saying about The Canada Bus

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with The Canada Bus had to say about their travel experience.

Traveling During COVID-19

“They took COVID safety precautions seriously.”
based on 107 reviews

Onboard Experience

“The WiFi actually worked for the entire trip”
based on 93 reviews
“I’ll travel with them again just for the staff!”
based on 118 reviews
“Really cheap tickets and really good service.”
based on 126 reviews
“The bus got there on time.”
based on 134 reviews
“Seats were really comfy and spacious”
based on 126 reviews
“The bus was almost suspiciously clean”
based on 126 reviews

The Canada Bus reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for The Canada Bus

(Based on 138 reviews)

4.6
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort

4.5

Timeliness

4.9

Staff

4.5

Value

4.0

Condition

4.7

The Canada Bus passenger reviews

5.0

Abdulahi

October 26, 2025- Visiting friends

Edmonton to Calgary

Pros: Nice I like it. Cons: Perfect.

5.0

Raquel

August 13, 2025- Visiting friends

Edmonton to Calgary

The atentión y very good service

5.0

Hose

July 20, 2025- Regular commuter

Calgary to Edmonton

Pros: Amazing ! Cons: Nothing.

4.0

AJAYA

June 21, 2025- Visiting family

Calgary to Edmonton

Pros: It caused inconvenience because the bus was delayed by two hours in rains and cold. It could have been managed better. Cons: It should be punctual, wifi should have been there. Tips: Please check the status in advance.

5.0

Maksim

May 28, 2025- Solo travel

Calgary to Red Deer

The bus was clean and well-maintained, which made for a comfortable ride. The seating was spacious, allowing for enough legroom, and the reclining feature was a nice touch for relaxing during the journey. The onboard amenities, including free Wi-Fi and power outlets, were definitely a plus, making it easy to stay connected and entertained. The driver was professional and courteous, ensuring a smooth ride. We departed on time and arrived in Red Deer ahead of schedule, which was a nice surprise. The scenery along the route was beautiful, showcasing the stunning landscapes of Alberta, which added to the overall enjoyment of the trip. One downside was that there were no food or beverage services offered onboard, so it’s advisable to bring your own snacks and drinks. Additionally, the bus station in Calgary could use some improvements in terms of amenities and waiting areas. In conclusion, if you’re looking for an affordable and convenient way to travel between Calgary and Red Deer, I would highly recommend this bus service. Just be sure to pack some snacks for the journey!

The Canada Bus Routes & Network

The Canada Bus’s bus network features 42 bus routes that connect 5 cities serving 8 stations. On average, The Canada Bus performs about 137 bus trips every day. The top cities to which The Canada Bus offers the highest number of daily bus service include Airdrie and Red Deer.

Top Cities Served by The Canada Bus

CityRouteEarliest busLatest bus
Edmonton161:15 pm4:00 am
Calgary171:40 pm2:40 am
Red Deer61:15 pm2:40 am
Airdrie31:40 pm2:40 am
Nisku171:15 pm4:00 am

Most popular The Canada Bus routes

The bus from Airdrie to Red Deer is The Canada Bus’s most popular route. Trips from Calgary to Red Deer and Nisku to Red Deer are also highly popular.

Top The Canada Bus routes

RouteDaily TripsDurationPrice
Airdrie to Red Deer31h 10m$37
Calgary to Red Deer101h 35m$37
Nisku to Red Deer41h 7m$42
Nisku to Airdrie32h 27m$42
Red Deer to Edmonton72h 1m$37
Edmonton to Calgary303h 45m$37
Edmonton to Airdrie63h 19m$37
Calgary to Nisku132h 55m$59

The Canada Bus Bus Guide & FAQs

Yes, The Canada Bus offers WiFi on their buses. Although most trips with The Canada Bus will have WiFi as advertised, some buses might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a movie just to play it safe. The Canada Bus WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favorite show.

The Canada Bus provides both regular power outlets and USB outlets on board their bus trips. This helps ensure to ensure your electronics never run out of power. Your laptop can be juicing up while your phone stays charged as well. Of course, even with all these options, it’s possible that a The Canada Bus vehicle might have an issue with its power supply, so to cover that situation bring a charged power bank.

On a typical day, The Canada Bus has 137 scheduled bus trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.

No, The Canada Bus does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.

Yes, The Canada Bus requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the bus. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.

Yes, there are bathrooms on The Canada Bus buses. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.

The Canada Bus does not offer meals or beverages onboard. We recommend you bring a drink and some snacks for your trip. We also suggest packing a reusable water bottle with you to reduce your impact on the environment. However, note that most buses do not allow you to bring your own alcoholic drinks. Your thirst is a priority for The Canada Bus, and to make sure you are never parched onboard their bus, they offer free bottles of water. Just remember - the only right thing to do at the end of your trip is to make sure every water bottle is placed in a recycle bin to reduce your impact on the environment.

Yes, The Canada Bus requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the bus. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most buses.

The Canada Bus goes the extra distance to deliver premium features to its customers.

Do you find yourself squished in a regular seat or just love having extra room to sprawl out? Well you’re in luck as The Canada Bus offers extra legroom seating. Since there is no standard of what extra legroom is, the extra space you get may vary between bus lines, but getting extra is always good.

Cheap The Canada Bus tickets recently found on Wanderu

With 137 The Canada Bus trips per day, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter and The Canada Bus tickets start at just $36.89. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.

How do I get the best deal on The Canada Bus tickets?

Wanderu is the best place to score cheap The Canada Bus tickets with the lowest available fares every day. Plus, you can compare The Canada Bus prices with trips offered by other bus companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!

Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.

When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.

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