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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Red Deer to Claresholm. Traveling by bus from Red Deer to Claresholm usually takes around 7 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Red Arrow Motorcoach bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 156 mi (251 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $63.49 |
| Most frequent service | Red Arrow Motorcoach |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Red Deer to Claresholm?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Red Deer to Claresholm that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Red Arrow Motorcoach usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ebus | 1 | 8h 36m | $64.12 |
| Red Arrow Motorcoach | 2 | 7h 27m | $73.87 |
ebus is a family-owned bus 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 Claresholm, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 1 daily trips from Red Deer to Claresholm, the journey usually takes about 8 hours and 36 minutes.
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 2 trips each day from Red Deer to Claresholm, and tickets on this route usually cost about .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 156 miles from Red Deer to Claresholm. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 35 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Red Deer to Claresholm 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Red Deer to Claresholm, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Red Deer?
Main departure station: Red Deer Quality Inn
Most buses depart from the main station in Red Deer.
All bus stations in Red Deer:
Red Deer Quality Inn
Where does the bus arrive in Claresholm?
Main arrival station: Claresholm Shell Station
All buses from Red Deer arrive at one main station in Claresholm.
All bus stations in Claresholm:
Claresholm Shell Station
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