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Pros: Comfortable happy. Cons: Lessen stops. Tips: Recommend this Bus company Rider Express.
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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Abbotsford to Edmonton. Traveling by bus from Abbotsford to Edmonton usually takes around 19 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 491 mi (791 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $144.82 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Rider Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Abbotsford to Edmonton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Abbotsford to Edmonton. Rider Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rider Express | 4 | 19h 33m | $146.26 |
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The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 491 miles from Abbotsford to Edmonton. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 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.
The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.
The first bus leaves at 4:00pm and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Abbotsford to Edmonton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Abbotsford to Edmonton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Abbotsford to Edmonton without transferring.
City Information
Edmonton
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Abbotsford?
Main departure station: Abbotsford Airport
Most buses depart from the main station in Abbotsford.
All bus stations in Abbotsford:
Abbotsford Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Edmonton?
Main arrival station: Southgate LRT 2217
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Edmonton.
All bus stations in Edmonton:
Southgate LRT 2217
Downtown - 10180 105 St NW
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