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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Fort McMurray to Saskatoon. Traveling by bus from Fort McMurray to Saskatoon usually takes around 10 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 369 mi (594 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $76.61 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Rider Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Fort McMurray to Saskatoon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Fort McMurray to Saskatoon. 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 | 6 | 10h 58m | $82.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 369 miles from Fort McMurray to Saskatoon. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 15 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Fort McMurray to Saskatoon 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Fort McMurray to Saskatoon, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Fort McMurray
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Link to image attributionFort McMurray is a must-see destination for outdoor enthusiasts, but it also possesses a rich array of entertainment that is sure to entice all types of travelers. During the winter months, the Northern Lights produce dazzling displays of natural light that provide a magical backdrop to all of your nights in town. Surrounded by boreal woodland, it's also easy to embrace nature with birchwood hikes or forest snowmobiling expeditions, depending on when you visit. With its complex river system and vast spread of picturesque green space, Fort McMurray is a popular retreat for fishing trips and golf getaways. Helicopter tours are the best way to take in all of this natural beauty from above.
Visitors can get a flavor of Fort McMurray's vibrant cultural community with locally produced live performances at the Keyano Theatre and Norm Weiss Centre for the Visual and Performing Arts. Mouth-watering eateries serving up a range of cuisines populate both sides of the river, while the popular Boomtown Casino is worth a trip for those feeling lucky.
Bus travel on Cold Shot Bus along scenic highways connects Fort McMurray with Edmonton to the south and, from there, the rest of urbanized Canada. Efficient air travel across the country is available from the Fort McMurray International Airport, while boats running up and down the Athabasca River offer a more leisurely mode of transport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Fort McMurray?
Main departure station: Peter Pond Mall Entrance on Haineault St.
Fort McMurray has two bus stations with service to Saskatoon.
All bus stations in Fort McMurray:
Peter Pond Mall Entrance on Haineault St.
Quality Inn
Where does the bus arrive in Saskatoon?
Main arrival station: 210 2nd Ave N
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Saskatoon.
All bus stations in Saskatoon:
210 2nd Ave N
Marquis Tim Hortons
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