How far is Slave Lake from Calgary by coach?

The journey from Calgary to Slave Lake by coach covers an approximate distance of 294 miles (474 km).

Is there a way to reach Slave Lake from Calgary without flying?

To travel from Calgary to Slave Lake without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Calgary to Slave Lake from £67 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Calgary to Slave Lake on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:20	Cold Shot Terminal, #6 1313 44 Ave NE	8h 45m	03:05	Sawridge Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	18:50	Centex Memorial Drive	8h 15m	03:05	Sawridge Travel Center	Fastest

Next departures from Calgary to Slave Lake on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:20	Cold Shot Terminal, #6 1313 44 Ave NE	8h 45m	03:05	Sawridge Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	18:50	Centex Memorial Drive	8h 15m	03:05	Sawridge Travel Center	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 18:12 MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Calgary to Slave Lake

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Slave Lake. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 45mAverage duration

294 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£76 - £101	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£28 - £28	Average duration6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Cold Shot

4/56,199 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Users have shared that the bus ride from Calgary was very good, and they appreciated the driver's assistance at 3:00 am to ensure their onward journey. However, some mentioned tight seating and non-functional seat belts or charging stations.

Cold Shot Calgary Slave Lake recent customer reviews

The ride from Calgary was very good. The ride from Edmonton to slave lake was full capacity. The charge station at my seat was not working. However, went beyond expectations at 3:00 am when we arrived and he made sure my ride was working and I was on my way before he left. It was much appreciated.

Kris F.

9 September 2024

Seating was a little tight and the seat belts sometimes can’t be found

Charles O.

3 January 2023

Rider Express

4/517,573 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

The Canada Bus

4/54,579 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Ebus

4.5/514,612 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Calgary to Slave Lake

How far is Slave Lake from Calgary by coach?
The journey from Calgary to Slave Lake by coach covers an approximate distance of 294 miles (474 km).
Is there a way to reach Slave Lake from Calgary without flying?
To travel from Calgary to Slave Lake without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£68

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£68

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£68

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£68

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£68

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The cheapest trip from Calgary to Slave Lake was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £68

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Calgary to Slave Lake as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £68 to £68 for a bus ticket from Calgary to Slave Lake based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £68, which is on 2025-11-20.