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Grande Prairie to Red Deer Bus Schedule
Bus from Grande Prairie to Red Deer: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Grande Prairie to Red Deer. Traveling by bus from Grande Prairie to Red Deer usually takes around 8 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 286 mi (460 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $58.98 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Rider Express |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Grande Prairie to Red Deer
- Cold Shot Bus: 1 daily buses from $59
- Red Arrow Motorcoach: 1 daily buses from $84
- Rider Express: 2 daily buses from $77
How much is a bus ticket from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?
Bus tickets for a trip from Grande Prairie to Red Deer cost $67.37 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Grande Prairie to Red Deer?
There are 3 bus lines from Grande Prairie to Red Deer available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Rider Express offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Shot Bus | 1 | 8h 17m | $61.89 |
| Red Arrow Motorcoach | 1 | 10h 24m | $90.03 |
| Rider Express | 2 | 8h 8m | $89.53 |
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 1 daily trips on average from Grande Prairie to Red Deer, with prices at an average of .
Red Arrow buses connect popular destinations throughout Alberta in luxurious buses 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 1 trips each day from Grande Prairie to Red Deer, and tickets on this route usually cost about .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Grande Prairie to Red Deer
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 286 miles from Grande Prairie to Red Deer. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Red Deer. 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Grande Prairie to Red Deer, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Grande Prairie
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Grande Prairie?
Main departure station: 10860 100 Ave.
Buses to Red Deer leave from 3 stations in Grande Prairie.
All bus stations in Grande Prairie:
10860 100 Ave.
9501 113 St
10612 99 Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Red Deer?
Main arrival station: 6607 67 St
Buses arrive in Red Deer at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Red Deer:
6607 67 St
6607 67 St
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