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Las Cruces to Albuquerque Bus Schedule

Bus from Las Cruces to Albuquerque: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Las Cruces to Albuquerque. Traveling by bus from Las Cruces to Albuquerque usually takes around 4 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 45 minutes.

	Distance	191 mi (308 km)
	Shortest duration	3h 45m
	Cheapest price	CZK 581.92
	Trips per day	3
	Most frequent service	Los Limousines
	Bus lines	2

How much is a bus ticket from Las Cruces to Albuquerque?

Bus tickets for a trip from Las Cruces to Albuquerque cost CZK 866.95 on average. Tickets cheaper than CZK 866.95 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Las Cruces to Albuquerque by month

If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Las Cruces to Albuquerque, mark your calendar for November. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just CZK 936. However, taking the bus from Las Cruces to Albuquerque during September is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of CZK 1,019. The best way to find deals on a trip in September is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 13 days in advance to save CZK 404.04 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Las Cruces to Albuquerque?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Las Cruces to Albuquerque 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
Greyhound	1	6h 10m	CZK 913.14
Los Limousines	3	3h 56m	CZK 1,095.60

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 Las Cruces to Albuquerque every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Albuquerque usually start from CZK 582.
Book Los Limousines from Las Cruces to Albuquerque from CZK 1,083. There are 3 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Las Cruces to Albuquerque and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Albuquerque. In Las Cruces, Los Limousines departs to Albuquerque from Las Cruces Bus Station . In Albuquerque, Los Limousines arrives at Albuquerque Bus Station .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Las Cruces to Albuquerque takes 3 hours and 56 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Albuquerque in 3 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Albuquerque.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Las Cruces to Albuquerque

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 191 miles from Las Cruces to Albuquerque. 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.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Albuquerque at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Las Cruces to Albuquerque, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Las Cruces to Albuquerque 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 Las Cruces to Albuquerque without transferring.

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 Las Cruces?

Main departure station: Las Cruces Bus Station

Las Cruces has two bus stations with service to Albuquerque.

All bus stations in Las Cruces:

Las Cruces Bus Station
Las Cruces, New Mexico

Where does the bus arrive in Albuquerque?

Main arrival station: Albuquerque Bus Station

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Albuquerque.

All bus stations in Albuquerque:

Albuquerque Bus Station
Alvarado Transportation Center - 314 1st St SW

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