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Albuquerque to Amarillo bus

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Albuquerque - Amarillo Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Albuquerque to Amarillo. Traveling by bus from Albuquerque to Amarillo usually takes around 5 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance270 mi (434 km)
Shortest duration5h 10m
Cheapest price$42.13
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Albuquerque to Amarillo?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Albuquerque to Amarillo. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound25h 13m$57.44
  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Albuquerque to Amarillo every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Amarillo usually start from $42.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 434 kilometers from Albuquerque to Amarillo. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 10 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.

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Amarillo, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Albuquerque to Amarillo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Albuquerque to Amarillo. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.

City Information

Albuquerque

A city rich in history and culture, Albuquerque offers an exciting mix of Hispanic and Native American cultural elements. The city’s main attraction is the Old Town quarter, which has been around for over 300 years. Featuring quaint cobblestone streets and brightly colored adobe huts, the quarter is a perfect blend of the two cultures, making it a rare sight in the U.S. The quarter also houses the San Felipe de Neri Church, the oldest building in the city. Nature lovers will find the ABQ BioPark a pleasant surprise. Featuring an aquarium, a beach, a zoo, and a botanical garden, the park offers enough fun for the whole day. If you wish to learn more about the local Native American heritage, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is the place to visit.

The Albuquerque food scene is among the most vibrant around. The state’s staple dishes are strong and spicy with a very distinctive New Mexican vibe. The best place to check out these dishes is at High Noon Restaurant and Saloon, a local favorite. Don’t forget to try out the city’s unique wine scene as well, and if you wish to sample different varieties, the Albuquerque Wine Festival is a great chance to do so.

The Alvarado Transportation Center is the busiest bus and train station in the city. Bus service by Greyhound and Jefferson Lines will take you from Albuquerque to various cities such as Phoenix, Dallas or even Chicago. For trains, the local Amtrak lines can take you to Denver, Santa Fe, Salt Lake City and beyond. The main airport of the city is the Albuquerque International Airport, 3 miles southeast of the central business district.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Albuquerque?

Alvarado Transportation Center - 314 1st St SW  - ABQAMT-0

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Alvarado Transportation Center - 314 1st St SW  - ABQAMT-1

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Alvarado Transportation Center - 314 1st St SW  - ABQAMT-2

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Main departure station: Alvarado Transportation Center - 314 1st St SW

Located in a busy area in Downtown Albuquerque, Alvarado Transportation Center is a multi-modal transportation center that serves intercity buses and trains. The station is currently situated on the site of the fabled Alvarado Hotel, once a luxury railroad hotel for early 20th century travelers. Maintaining the Mission Revival style of the now-demolished hotel, the Alvarado Transportation Center features arched entryways and a large clocktower that welcomes current passengers. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief line stops in Albuquerque along its Los Angeles to Chicago route, and Jefferson Lines and Greyhound operate bus service through the station as well. From the station’s downtown location, you can connect with local public transit to access the rest of the city.

All bus stations in Albuquerque:

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 314 1st St SW

Where does the bus arrive in Amarillo?

Main arrival station: 700 S Tyler St

All buses from Albuquerque arrive at one main station in Amarillo.

Bus stations in Amarillo:

  • 700 S Tyler St

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