Fort McMurray Transportation
Navigate Fort McMurray with Transit On Demand (replacing Route 11), YMM airport 16.5km via Highway 63/69, 26 bus lines serving 80,568 residents, and Highway 63 access to oil sands employment sites.
Wood Buffalo Transit System 2025
RMWB operates 26 bus lines with Transit On Demand for YMM airport. Highway 63 connects 80,568 residents to oil sands sites. United Class Cabs and specialized transit serve diverse transportation needs.
Transit On Demand
Replaced Route 11 Aug 2024
Transit On Demand replaced Route 11 airport service August 2024. Book via RMWB app at rmwb.ca/OnDemand or call 780-743-7000. Service typically available within 30 minutes, flexible pick-up zones.
Booking: RMWB app rmwb.ca/OnDemand or 780-743-7000
Service: 30 minutes or less, flexible zones
Airport: YMM Level 1 Arrivals bus stop
Highway 63
Oil Sands Commuter Route
Highway 63 is the primary route connecting Fort McMurray to oil sands work sites north of the city. Also provides access to YMM airport (16.5km) and Edmonton (435km south).
Oil Sands: Primary commuter route north to work sites
YMM Airport: 16.5km southeast via Highway 69
Edmonton: 435km south, major city connection
United Class Cabs
Licensed Airport Taxi
United Class Cabs are YMM airport's licensed taxi provider. Additional local taxi services operate throughout Fort McMurray serving 80,568 residents and oil sands workforce.
Airport Service: United Class Cabs licensed at YMM
Local Service: Multiple taxi companies citywide
Coverage: 24/7 service, oil sands worker transport
YMM Airport
16.5km Highway 63/69
Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) located 16.5km southeast via Highway 63 to Highway 69 (Airport Road). Transit On Demand, United Class Cabs, and rental cars provide airport connections.
Location: 16.5km southeast, Highway 63 to Highway 69
Transit: Transit On Demand, Level 1 Arrivals stop
Services: United Class Cabs, rental cars, parking
WOOSH Transit
26 Bus Lines
WOOSH bus transit system operates 26 bus lines with 17 regular routes daily. Seven days per week service (except statutory holidays) connects neighborhoods to employment and services.
Fleet: 26 bus lines, 17 regular daily routes
Schedule: 7 days/week except statutory holidays
Coverage: Neighborhoods, shopping, employment areas
Specialized Transit
Accessibility Services
RMWB's Specialized Transit serves residents with mobility challenges who cannot use regular bus service. Application-based program provides accessible transportation throughout Wood Buffalo region.
Service: Mobility-challenged residents, application required
Coverage: Wood Buffalo region, door-to-door service
Purpose: Accessible alternative to regular transit
Wood Buffalo Transit Guide 2025
Navigate Fort McMurray's updated transit system: Transit On Demand for airport, 26 WOOSH bus lines, and Highway 63 oil sands commuter routes serving 80,568 residents.
Oil Sands Commuter Tips
- • Highway 63 north: Primary route to oil sands work sites, plan for crew changes
- • Winter driving: -15.4°C conditions require emergency kits, block heaters
- • Transit On Demand: Book YMM airport service via rmwb.ca/OnDemand
- • WOOSH buses: 26 lines serve neighborhoods, check 7-day schedules
- • High income ($210,000 avg): Many residents own vehicles for convenience
Visitor Transportation Guide
- • YMM Airport: Transit On Demand or United Class Cabs to downtown
- • Rental cars: Available at airport for maximum flexibility
- • Distance: 16.5km airport to downtown via Highway 63/69
- • Winter travel: Plan extra time for -25°C conditions, icy roads
- • Public transit: 26 bus lines, specialized transit available
Easy Access to Sunshine Dry Cleaners
Accessible via Highway 63, WOOSH transit routes, or Transit On Demand from YMM airport. Sunshine Dry Cleaners serves Fort McMurray's 80,568 residents and oil sands commuters since 2013.
Location & Hours
Phone
587-276-2998
Hours
Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday: Closed