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11/07/2025
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Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray by bus

The journey from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray by bus is 377.7 km and takes 5 hrs 59 mins. There are 21 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:55 a.m. and the last at 11:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray by bus for as little as $55.09 or as much as $145.52. The best price for this journey is $55.09.

Lowest Price $55.09
Journey Duration 5 hrs 59 mins
Connection per Day 21
Lowest Price $55.09
Highest Price $145.52
First Departure 12:55 a.m.
Last Departure 11:30 p.m.
Distance 377.7 km
Departure Edmonton, Alberta
Arrival Fort McMurray
Carriers Rider Express, BC Bus

Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray Bus Times

Departure date
Friday, Jul 11, 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $32.15 to $68.12 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 53% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray

The cheapest Edmonton, Alberta - Fort McMurray bus tickets can be found for as low as $36.99 if you’re lucky, or $58.42 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $66.08.

Find the best day to travel to Fort McMurray by bus

When travelling to Fort McMurray by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Rider Express, Cold Shot and Ebus from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray
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Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
26.44kg
Bus
28.33kg
Flight
75.54kg
Car
60.43kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray?
A bus ticket from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray is $78.05. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $55.09.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray is $55.09. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edmonton, Alberta and Fort McMurray by bus?
Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray is 377.7 km.
How long does the bus between Edmonton, Alberta and Fort McMurray take?
Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray is on average 5 hrs 59 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 30 mins.
Which companies operate from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray?
The bus journey from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Rider Express, BC Bus, Infobus, Cold Shot, Ebus and Red Arrow.
How many bus connections per day go from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray?
Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray has 21 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray leave?
The earliest bus from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray departs at 12:55 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray depart?
The latest bus from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray departs at 11:30 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $55.09 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray?
There are on average 15 direct connection(s) from Edmonton, Alberta to go to Fort McMurray.
What's the fastest journey time between Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Edmonton, Alberta and Fort McMurray is 4 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Edmonton, Alberta and Fort McMurray.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray by bus?
The bus journey from Edmonton, Alberta to Fort McMurray creates 28.33kg of CO2 emissions.

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