5.0
Pros: I don’t drive in the winter and this was an excellent way to go. No stress. Cons: I was happy with everything. Tips: Excellent way to travel and reasonable rates.
5.0
Pros: Driver is helpful. Cons: None everything’s work out fine.
Fort St John to Grande Prairie bus
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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. Traveling by bus from Fort St John to Grande Prairie usually takes around 2 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 109 mi (176 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $58.56 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Cold Shot Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for buses from Fort St John to Grande Prairie
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
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Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from Fort St John to Grande Prairie?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. Cold Shot Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Shot Bus | 1 | 2h 50m | $59.24 |
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 Fort St John to Grande Prairie, with prices at an average of .
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The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 109 miles from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. 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 Fort St John to Grande Prairie 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. It leaves the station in Fort St John at 1:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Fort St John to Grande Prairie. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
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 Fort St John?
Main departure station: 10421 100 St
Most buses depart from the main station in Fort St John.
All bus stations in Fort St John:
10421 100 St
Where does the bus arrive in Grande Prairie?
Main arrival station: 9501 113 St
Cold Shot Bus service in Grande Prairie departs from 9501 113 St, west of the city’s center. The area around the station is somewhat industrial, but within a short drive, there are still some hotels and fast food options to fuel up or rest up before or after a long day of travel. Buses board outside of the small Cold Shot office in a multi-use building, and there is an indoor waiting area in the office. Upon arriving in Grande Prairie, you can find the Eastlink Centre, Muskoseepi Park, and the Grande Prairie Museum within easy reach.
All bus stations in Grande Prairie:
9501 113 St
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