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About Rider Express

Rider Express is a bus carrier based in Canada, providing passenger bus service to and from 78 locations across Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. Currently, the company runs 2856 trips every day with prices ranging from CZK 9.93 to CZK 10,661.33, depending on the route.

Launched in 2016, Rider Express is privately owned and operated. Over the past few years, the company has been expanding its services and the territories it covers on an ongoing basis. In the near future, Rider Express plans to expand its coverage to include destinations across Manitoba, including the city of Winnipeg.

Rider Express Amenities

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Rider Express bus coverage

Daily Trips2,856
stations93
cities78
countries1

What travelers are saying about Rider Express

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Rider Express had to say about their travel experience.

Traveling During COVID-19

“They took COVID safety precautions seriously.”
based on 213 reviews

Onboard Experience

“The WiFi actually worked for the entire trip”
based on 214 reviews
“I’ll travel with them again just for the staff!”
based on 297 reviews
“Really cheap tickets and really good service.”
based on 299 reviews
“The bus got there on time.”
based on 306 reviews
“Seats were really comfy and spacious”
based on 299 reviews
“The bus was almost suspiciously clean”
based on 316 reviews

Rider Express reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for Rider Express

(Based on 350 reviews)

4.5
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort

4.3

Timeliness

4.6

Staff

4.5

Value

3.9

Condition

4.6

Rider Express passenger reviews

5.0

Caminee

July 1, 2025- Visiting family

Toronto to Ottawa

Pros: It was quiet and I noticed that the driver was very nice. I was sitting just behind him and I saw him waving at all the other bus drivers ,it was so cool to see him doing that all the way to Ottawa. God bless him. Cons: I would like to suggest to get a little bit more time at the small break time thus it will enable the passengers to get something to eat easily without a rush as 15 minutes for all the passengers is a too tight thank you. Tips: The driving was so smooth and we reached without any delay though the bus was 10 minutes late. The passenger asked for 5 more minutes as his order for food was not ready and the driver accept it without any hesitation.

5.0

ABDI

July 1, 2025- Solo travel

Fort McMurray to Edmonton

Pros: Traveling with my friends. Cons: Nothing. Tips: No.

3.0

BRUCE

June 2, 2025- Visiting friends

Surrey to Kamloops

Pros: Easy to board. Cons: Seats more comfortable. Tips: Be 10 min early as requested.

5.0

Moussa

May 29, 2025- Visiting friends

Ottawa to Toronto

Pros: Smooth fast and comfortable. Cons: Nothing much. Tips: Not really.

5.0

TD

April 18, 2025- Vacation

Calgary to Vancouver

Pros: The driver was excellent. Cons: The bathroom smells bad. Can I change the bathroom.

Rider Express Routes & Network

Rider Express’s bus network features 3698 bus routes that connect 78 cities serving 93 stations. On average, Rider Express performs about 2856 bus trips every day. The top cities to which Rider Express offers the highest number of daily bus service include Calgary and Vancouver.

Top Cities Served by Rider Express

CityRouteEarliest busLatest bus
Calgary95:50 am6:30 am
Edmonton85:50 am6:30 am
Toronto174:30 am3:59 am
Ottawa164:15 am3:45 am
Vancouver96:10 am5:40 am
Kamloops96:10 am5:40 am
Saskatoon95:50 am6:30 am
London114:30 am3:59 am
Surrey86:10 am5:40 am

Most popular Rider Express routes

The bus from Calgary to Vancouver is Rider Express’s most popular route. Trips from Surrey to Kamloops and Vancouver to Kamloops are also highly popular.

Top Rider Express routes

RouteDaily TripsDurationPrice
Calgary to Vancouver413h 49mCZK 3,422
Surrey to Kamloops24h 7mCZK 1,331
Vancouver to Kamloops24h 56mCZK 1,331
Ottawa to Toronto225h 6mCZK 613
Edmonton to Calgary893h 53mCZK 359
Fort McMurray to Edmonton97h 2mCZK 1,415
Edmonton to Saskatoon117h 50mCZK 993
Kingston to Toronto92h 51mCZK 465
London to Mississauga41h 57mCZK 465

Rider Express Bus Guide & FAQs

No, unfortunately Rider Express does not offer WiFi aboard its buses at this time. However, we find that a good book makes the time fly by and streaming services like Netflix allow you download TV shows and movies that you can then watch during your trip. Plan ahead and you will stay entertained during the entire bus ride.

Rider Express has a very generous luggage policy. In addition to one carry-on item, each passenger is allowed to check in two pieces of luggage for free. You can also check a third piece of luggage for $30, or a fourth for $40.

Your carry-on bag can be a maximum of 15 lbs (7 kg), and the total maximum weight for all checked baggage must not exceed 50 lbs (23 kg). You can also check sports equipment for an additional charge.

On a typical day, Rider Express has 2856 scheduled bus trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.

Rider Express offers daily passenger bus service that connects numerous cities across three Canadian provinces – Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. The carrier’s main hubs include some of the biggest cities in Canada, such as Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Regina.

Yes, Rider Express requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the bus. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.

No, there are no bathrooms available on Rider Express buses. Though there are no bathrooms onboard, typically breaks are scheduled in the itinerary to allow passengers to use bathroom facilities along the way.

Rider Express tickets are not refundable or transferable.

If you would like to reschedule your ticket for a different trip, please contact the carrier at the number listed above. Please keep in mind that you need to reach out at least 24 hours ahead of the originally scheduled departure time and you will be charged a $20 fee for rescheduling.

Yes, Rider Express requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the bus. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most buses.

Rider Express allows only trained and registered service animals on board. Please make sure you have the proper paperwork with you or you may not be allowed to board the bus. The carrier does not accept emotional support animals as service animals.

Cheap Rider Express tickets recently found on Wanderu

With 2,856 Rider Express trips per day, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter and Rider Express tickets start at just CZK 9.93. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.

How do I get the best deal on Rider Express tickets?

Wanderu is the best place to score cheap Rider Express tickets with the lowest available fares every day. Plus, you can compare Rider Express prices with trips offered by other bus companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!

Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.

When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.

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