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There are 2 intercity buses per day from Edmonton to Lloydminster. Traveling by bus from Edmonton to Lloydminster usually takes around 3 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 145 mi (233 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €43.85 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Rider Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Edmonton to Lloydminster
(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: The fact that I wasn't crammed, had excellent service of the service. Cons: Have inputs around the seats. Charges for the time. Tips: I can't think of any at this moment.
5.0
Pros: I have panic attacks and a lot of anxiety with busses, the service was amazing and I had no issues. Will do that again. Cons: 2 trips, a day apart. Same bus. Same crumbs on the table. A little wipe down would of been nice. Also the bathroom was locked. Tips: Be on time or early.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Edmonton to Lloydminster. Rider Express 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rider Express | 2 | 3h 26m | €44.05 |
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 233 kilometers from Edmonton to Lloydminster. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 10 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Edmonton to Lloydminster for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Lloydminster, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00 and the last bus leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all buses from Edmonton to Lloydminster, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
An urban center coexisting peacefully with nature, Edmonton offers plenty of exciting outdoor activities that will keep you engaged. One of the city’s most notable trails is the North Saskatchewan River Trail, which features 150 km of trails. Adventure-seekers can explore the trail on bikes or on foot, and the scenery will certainly amaze you. If you wish to explore the city’s art scene or cultural life, head over to Downtown Spark, which is an immersive art program made by local artists. For those who just want to lay back and enjoy the sun, the perfect spot would be Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park.
If you are looking for a unique pub experience, head over to Central Social Hall, which offers amazing local dishes. For those who are simply looking for a cup of coffee, Nook Cafe considers itself to be the coziest hangout spot around.
The city’s primary railway station is the Edmonton Train Station, which is served by VIA Rail. The city’s principal airport is the Edmonton International Airport, which is located 14 miles south-southwest of the city.
Edmonton has two bus stations with service to Lloydminster.
Southgate LRT 2217
Downtown - 10180 105 St NW
All buses from Edmonton arrive at one main station in Lloydminster.
5909 44 St
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