What is the cheapest way to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer?

The cheapest way to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer is to bus which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer?

The fastest way to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Calgary, AB and Red Deer?

No, there is no direct bus from Calgary, AB to Red Deer. However, there are services departing from Eb 9 Av Sw @ 16 St Sw and arriving at Red Deer, AB - Quality Inn via Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Calgary, AB to Red Deer?

The distance between Calgary, AB and Red Deer is 162 km. The road distance is 146.5 km.

How do I travel from Calgary, AB to Red Deer without a car?

The best way to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer without a car is to line 202 tram and bus which takes 2h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calgary, AB to Red Deer bus from?

Calgary, AB to Red Deer bus services, operated by Red Arrow, depart from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW station.

Where does the Calgary, AB to Red Deer bus arrive?

Calgary, AB to Red Deer bus services, operated by Red Arrow, arrive at Red Deer, AB - Quality Inn station.

What is the time difference between Calgary, AB and Red Deer?

Red Deer is 1h behind Calgary, AB. It is currently 2:02 PM in Calgary, AB and 1:02 PM in Red Deer.

Can I drive from Calgary, AB to Red Deer?

Yes, the driving distance between Calgary, AB to Red Deer is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Calgary, AB to Red Deer.

Where can I stay near Red Deer?

There are 51+ hotels available in Red Deer.

Calgary, AB to Red Deer - 4 ways to travel via line 202 tram, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer by tram, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 202 tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from EB Sunalta CTrain Station to NB Whitehorn CTrain Station202
2. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - Whitehorn LRT Station to Red Deer, AB - Tim HortonsCalgary to Edmonton
2h 57m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW to Red Deer, AB - Quality InnCalgary
3h
$21–35
Drive 146.5 km
1. Drive from Calgary, AB to Red Deer146.5 km
1h 39m
$29–42
Bus via EB City Hall/Bow Valley College(TD Free Fare Zone)
1. Take the bus from Calgary, AB Downtown Ticket Office to Red Deer - The Quality InnCalgary
3h 21m
$35–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Calgary, AB to Red Deer.

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Distance: 161.5 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Calgary, AB, Canada and Red Deer, AB, Canada?

Red Arrow operates a bus from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW to Red Deer, AB - Quality Inn twice daily. Tickets cost $21–35 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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