What is the cheapest way to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake?

The fastest way to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $80 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Fort McMurray and Cold Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake. However, there are services departing from Fort McMurray - Hardin St and arriving at Cold Lake - Circle K 8 Ave via Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake?

The distance between Fort McMurray and Cold Lake is 770 km. The road distance is 425.8 km.

How do I travel from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake without a car is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs $190 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake?

It takes approximately 10h 45m to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort McMurray to Cold Lake bus from?

Fort McMurray to Cold Lake bus services, operated by Cold Shot, depart from Fort McMurray - Hardin St station.

Where does the Fort McMurray to Cold Lake bus arrive?

Fort McMurray to Cold Lake bus services, operated by Cold Shot, arrive at Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW station.

Can I drive from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort McMurray to Cold Lake is 426 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake.

Where can I stay near Cold Lake?

There are 12+ hotels available in Cold Lake.

Fort McMurray to Cold Lake - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Fort McMurray to Cold Lake by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort McMurray - Hardin St to Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NWbus Fort McMurray
2. Take the bus from Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW to Cold Lake - Circle K 8 Avebus Edmonton
10h 45m
$192–242
Drive 425.8 km
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1. Drive from Fort McMurray to Cold Lakecar 425.8 km
4h 48m
$85–122
Bus via Edmonton
1. Take the bus from Fort McMurray, AB - Downtown to Edmonton, AB - Downtownbus Edmonton
2. Take the bus from Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW to Cold Lake - Circle K 8 Avebus Edmonton
12h 18m
$153–246

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Distance: 769.8 km
Duration: 10h 45m

What companies run services between Fort McMurray, AB, Canada and Cold Lake, AB, Canada?

You can take a bus from Fort McMurray - Hardin St to Cold Lake - Circle K 8 Ave via Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW in around 10h 45m.

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