Edmonton ER Wait Times

7 emergency departments · AB · Updated every 15 minutes

Shortest: Royal Alexandra Hospital at 3h 22m
Average: 5h 21m
Longest: 7h 53m

Royal Alexandra Hospital

24/7 · 10240 Kingsway Ave

3h 22m

Northeast Community Health Centre

24/7 · 14007 50 St

3h 44m

University of Alberta Hospital and Stollery Children's Hospital

24/7 · 8440 112 St

5h 1m

Grey Nuns Community Hospital

24/7 · 1100 Youville Dr W

5h 48m

Stollery Children's Hospital

24/7 · 8440 112 Street NW

6h 16m

Misericordia Community Hospital

24/7 · 16940 87 Ave

7h 53m

Boyle Mccauley Health Centre

24/7 · 10628 96 St

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Nearby ERs Outside Edmonton

Devon General Hospital

Devon · 25 km away

3h 40m

Strathcona Community Hospital

Sherwood Park · 15 km away

4h 10m

Sturgeon Community Hospital

St Albert · 16 km away

4h 22m

Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital

Fort Saskatchewan · 26 km away

5h 16m

Leduc Community Hospital

Leduc · 31 km away

5h 26m

Emergency Rooms in Edmonton

Edmonton has 7 emergency departments — 7 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 6 of 7 currently have live wait time data.

Wait time data for Edmonton is sourced from Alberta Health Services (AHS) and updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Edmonton use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Edmonton

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Edmonton ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Alberta pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Edmonton right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Edmonton right now is at Royal Alexandra Hospital with an estimated wait of 3h 22m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Edmonton?
Edmonton has 7 emergency departments, 7 of which operate 24/7. 6 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Edmonton?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Edmonton hospitals using data from Alberta Health Services (AHS). Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern.
What is the average ER wait time in Edmonton?
The current average ER wait time across Edmonton emergency departments is approximately 5h 21m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Edmonton ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Edmonton wait time data from Alberta Health Services (AHS). Data updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes.
What if all Edmonton ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Edmonton with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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