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Red Deer to Calgary Coach Timetable

Coach from Red Deer to Calgary: Journey Information

There are 77 intercity coaches per day from Red Deer to Calgary. Traveling by coach from Red Deer to Calgary usually takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express coach can make the trip in just one hour and 20 minutes.

Distance85 mi (137 km)
Shortest duration1h 20m
Cheapest price£9.39
Trips per day68
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Coach lines9

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Red Deer to Calgary

(Based on 13 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Manga

8 December 2024- Visiting friends

Rider Express

Pros: Silence in bus. Cons: I think everything war good. Tips: Will tell soon.

5.0

Tina

10 October 2024- Solo travel

Rider Express

Pros: Just enjoy the comfort of the bus. Cons: Nothing.

5.0

Robert

23 April 2024- Solo travel

Ebus

Pros: Perfect. Cons: Perfect.

5.0

Maria Norma

16 March 2024- Solo travel

Rider Express

Pros: It was on time, the trip was smooth and the driver was friendly and helpful. Cons: None so far. Keep it up! Tips: Just enjoy the ride! ☺️.

4.0

judi

24 July 2022- Solo travel

Ebus

Pros: There were chargers for my devices located at my seat and it was very comfortable. Cons: I dislike that the seats weren’t assigned. Tips: Be ready to get on the bus as soon as it arrives, so you can pick your desired seat and see how many passengers are already on board.

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How much is a coach ticket from Red Deer to Calgary?

Bus tickets for a trip from Red Deer to Calgary cost £16.17 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Red Deer to Calgary by travel date

£56£37£19JanJan

If you're planning to travel by bus from Red Deer to Calgary in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £31 to £49. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 16 January 2026.

If you’re looking to travel to Calgary this week, bus tickets are available starting at £31.

Average coach ticket prices from Red Deer to Calgary by month

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Taking the bus from Red Deer to Calgary is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only £22. If you're planning to take the bus from Red Deer to Calgary during July, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £25. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 23 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £13.39 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Red Deer to Calgary?

There are 9 bus lines from Red Deer to Calgary available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 19 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Cold Shot Bus21h 42m£16.53
Ebus93h 13m£25.72
Ebus71h 51m£24.26
FlixBus US192h 0m£21.21
Red Arrow113h 52m£48.52
Red Arrow Motorcoach133h 46m£44.08
Rider Express162h 0m£16.79
The Canada Bus61h 48m£21.56
The Canada Bus61h 48m£15.46

  • Cold Shot Bus has been operating in the Canadian province of Alberta since 2005. The regional coach 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 Red Deer to Calgary, with prices at an average of .

  • ebus is a family-owned coach carrier that serves Alberta and British Columbia. ebus service offers passengers a comfortable yet budget-friendly way to travel. On your trip from Red Deer to Calgary, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 9 daily trips from Red Deer to Calgary, the journey usually takes about 3 hours and 13 minutes.

  • Book Ebus from Red Deer to Calgary from £24. There are 7 Ebus schedules from Red Deer to Calgary and you can expect on average to pay for a Ebus ticket to Calgary. In Red Deer, Ebus departs to Calgary from Red Deer Quality Inn and no other station. In Calgary, Ebus arrives at 304 35 Ave NE and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Ebus from Red Deer to Calgary takes 1 hours and 51 minutes , while the fastest available Ebus trip will get you to Calgary in 1 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, Ebus offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Calgary.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 19 trips per day from Red Deer to Calgary, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Book Red Arrow from Red Deer to Calgary from £31. There are 11 Red Arrow schedules from Red Deer to Calgary and you can expect on average to pay for a Red Arrow ticket to Calgary. In Red Deer, Red Arrow departs to Calgary from Red Deer Quality Inn and no other station. In Calgary, Red Arrow arrives at Calgary Downtown Ticket Office and 2 other stations.

    An average trip on Red Arrow from Red Deer to Calgary takes 3 hours and 52 minutes , while the fastest available Red Arrow trip will get you to Calgary in 1 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, Red Arrow offers 12 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Calgary.

  • Red Arrow coaches connect popular destinations throughout Alberta in luxurious coaches with the best amenities. Passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, movies, power outlets, and extra legroom. Free water and snacks available for purchase round out the high-end vehicle's offerings. Red Arrow runs 13 trips each day from Red Deer to Calgary, and tickets on this route usually cost about .

  • Rider Express is a bus company with services across several provinces in Canada with daily stops at major cities like Regina, Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver. Rider Express is known for their friendly customer service, the cleanliness of vehicles, and the onboard WiFi.

  • Book The Canada Bus from Red Deer to Calgary from £16. There are 6 The Canada Bus schedules from Red Deer to Calgary and you can expect on average to pay for a The Canada Bus ticket to Calgary. In Red Deer, The Canada Bus departs to Calgary from Red Deer - Tim Horton's and no other station. In Calgary, The Canada Bus arrives at Calgary Whitehorn LRT and 1 other station.

    An average trip on The Canada Bus from Red Deer to Calgary takes 1 hours and 48 minutes , while the fastest available The Canada Bus trip will get you to Calgary in 1 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, The Canada Bus offers 6 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Calgary.

  • 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. Vehicle amenities reclining seats, USB charging ports, onboard restrooms, and free WiFi.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Red Deer to Calgary

Calgary is closer to Red Deer than Edmonton. The distance between Red Deer and Edmonton is 153.6 kilometers (95 miles), whereas the distance between Red Deer and Calgary is only 149.8 kilometers (93 miles). The distance between Edmonton and Calgary is 299.6 kilometers (186 miles), and Red Deer lies midway between the two.
The earliest available bus from Red Deer to Calgary departs at 1:20 a.m. MST, and the latest bus departs Red Deer at 8:00 p.m. MST. The cheapest ticket between the two starts at CA$20.

There are 3 different bus companies that travel between Red Deer and Calgary, providing 20 trips per day (19 of which are direct).

On Cold Shot Bus, the average price for a ticket from Red Deer to Calgary is roughly CA$33, with 4 trips offered per day. The average travel time is 2 hours and 2 minutes.

On Ebus, the average price for a bus ride from Red Deer to Calgary is roughly CA$33, with 8 trips offered per day. The average travel time is 1 hour and 53 minutes.

On Red Arrow Motorcoach, the average price for a bus ride from Red Deer to Calgary is roughly CA$50, with 9 trips offered per day. The average travel time is 1 hour and 48 minutes.

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 85 miles from Red Deer to Calgary. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 20 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Calgary. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Red Deer to Calgary, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 77 scheduled coaches that travel from Red Deer to Calgary every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 68 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

City Information

Calgary

Originally an outpost for the mounted police, Calgary has recently transformed into a commercial powerhouse and a top-tier destination for visitors of Canada. That said, the city’s rural traces are still quite prominent, making it a great spot for everyone. One of the most iconic destinations in the city is the WinSport Canada Olympic Park, which is a tribute to the 1988 Winter Olympics. Interested travelers could take up ski lessons here, or they can simply stroll around Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, which houses the largest collection in the competition’s history. Another great destination you should check out is the Glenbow Museum, which features amazing collections on the First Nations as well as military memorabilia. If you simply want to stroll around and enjoy a good view, Prince's Island Park, with tree-lined trails, will also be a great choice.

Its nickname Cowtown is true: Alberta beef is the staple local specialty. If you are looking for a bite of this amazing delicacy, head over to Silver Inn Restaurant. Another great local favorite is cheese buns from Glamorgan Bakery, which sells out quite quickly.

The main bus station in Calgary is the Downtown Greyhound Station located at 850 16 St SW. It is served by several leading bus carriers, including Greyhound, Cold Shot, Ebus, Rider Express and Red Arrow. The city currently does not have a dedicated intercity rail service. The city’s main airport is the Calgary International Airport, which is located northeast of the city itself.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Red Deer?

Main departure station: Red Deer Quality Inn

Coaches to Calgary leave from 5 stations in Red Deer.

All coach stations in Red Deer:

  • Red Deer Quality Inn

  • Parkland Mall

  • 6607 67 St

  • Red Deer - Tim Horton's

  • 6607 67 St

Where does the coach arrive in Calgary?

Main arrival station: 304 35 Ave NE

Coaches arrive in Calgary at 15 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Calgary:

  • 304 35 Ave NE

  • Calgary Downtown Ticket Office

  • Calgary (Downtown - 11 Ave SE)

  • Calgary Int. Airport (Door 14, Bay 31)

  • Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown

  • Calgary - Marlborough Mall

  • Westbrook Mall between exits 5-6

  • Calgary (Anderson)

  • Calgary (Whitehorn)

  • Behind Tim Horton's (curbside)

  • Calgary Whitehorn LRT

  • Calgary International Airport

  • Whitehorn LRT Station

  • Brentwood Station

  • 138 Crowfoot Way NW

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