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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Albuquerque to El Paso. Traveling by bus from Albuquerque to El Paso usually takes around 4 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 230 mi (370 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $44.16 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Albuquerque to El Paso?
$44.16 is the average price of a bus ticket from Albuquerque to El Paso. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Albuquerque to El Paso is expected to range from $44 to $59. If you are looking to travel to El Paso within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from $44. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are $44 and can be found on May 2, 2024.
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Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 11 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$30.16 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Albuquerque to El Paso?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Albuquerque to El Paso that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Los Limousines usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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| Greyhound | 1 | 4h 30m | $45.15 |
| Los Limousines | 3 | 4h 40m | $75.52 |
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 1 bus trips from Albuquerque to El Paso every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to El Paso usually start from $44.
Book Los Limousines from Albuquerque to El Paso from $74. There are 3 Los Limousines schedules from Albuquerque to El Paso and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to El Paso. In Albuquerque, Los Limousines departs to El Paso from Albuquerque Bus Station and no other station. In El Paso, Los Limousines arrives at El Paso Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Albuquerque to El Paso takes 4 hours and 40 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to El Paso in 3 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to El Paso.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 370 kilometers from Albuquerque to El Paso. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 45 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Albuquerque to El Paso, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Albuquerque to El Paso every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Albuquerque to El Paso without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Albuquerque to El Paso; ticket prices start at $216.71.
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.
El Paso
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El Paso takes you to a world of art, history, entertainment, and style. Also known as the Sun City, El Paso is more than just stories of outlaws and their notoriety. While it is the city where one can learn about the lives of jailbreaker Billy the Kid and gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, it is also home to inspiring historical figures such as city attorney Richard F. Burges and missionary Fray Garcia.
El Paso has an exciting mix of art galleries and museums that depicts the city's rich culture and history. These are the reasons why El Paso lures thousands of painters, sculptors, photographers, and muralists from around the world. Among the best art galleries in the area are the Agave Rosa Gallery, Encaustic International Art Studio, and Ho Baron Sculpture Garden.
El Paso delivers when it comes to family and adult entertainment as well. Kids would surely love exploring the El Paso Zoo, trying the rides at the Western Playland, and biking along the Rio Grande. For adults, El Paso's regional casinos are worth visiting. And if you’re a fan of a mixed drink, El Paso is home to some of the country’s cheapest cocktails.
El Paso is easily accessible via train, bus, or air. Flights arrive at the El Paso International Airport or just north of the state border in Las Cruces, NM (the Las Cruces Shuttle runs from this airport to El Paso several times daily). Ground travel includes train service on Amtrak and bus service on several major bus carriers from El Paso to other destinations in Texas and beyond.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Albuquerque?
Main departure station: Albuquerque Bus Station
Albuquerque has two bus stations with service to El Paso.
All bus stations in Albuquerque:
Albuquerque Bus Station
Alvarado Transportation Center - 314 1st St SW
Where does the bus arrive in El Paso?
Main arrival station: El Paso Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in El Paso.
Bus stations in El Paso:
El Paso Bus Station
Bus Terminal
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