Getting Around, Albuquerque Travel, Transport and Car Rental
(Albuquerque, New Mexico - NM, USA)
With good city planning and a well-structured grid layout, Albuquerque is simple to travel around. Buses serve routes throughout the city and there are plenty of car hire companies on hand.
Being the largest city in New Mexico, Albuquerque is a prominent transport hub, where you will easily find decent bus, train and air services to get you there and away. Located on 100 First Street Southwest and opened in 2002, the Alvarado Transportation Center (ATC) functions as an important transit complex and replaces the former railway and bus stations.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) / Arriving by Air
Address: 2200 Sunport Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico NM, 87106, USA
Tel: +1 505 244 7700
Conveniently located just 4 miles / 6 km southeast of the city, the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is served by domestic and international airlines. The airport has modern facilities including ATMs, a food court and gift shops, while a number of car hire companies are also based onsite. Taxis and shuttle buses run frequent and convenient services, offering inexpensive travel into the city center.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) Guide
Car Rental
There are numerous well-known car rental companies in Albuquerque, many of which have offices at the airport or close by. Driving is a straightforward way to travel around the city and to reach tourist attractions within the area. Parking is not a problem in Albuquerque, with metered spaces and car parks available in the city.
Buses and Coaches
ABQ Ride operates bus routes within the center and the city suburbs. Most east-west and commuter routes terminate at the Alvarado Transportation Center. The company offers phone and email journey planners, making getting around town simple. Greyhound coaches also depart from the Alvarado and travel to cities throughout the US.
Trains
Amtrak operates the 'Southwest Chief', which travels between
Chicago and
Los Angeles. Albuquerque's train station is conveniently located in the downtown area, being within walking distance of the Convention Center.
Taxis
Taxis serve the city 24 hours a day and are a convenient and safe way to travel around Albuquerque, connecting places of interest such as the University of New Mexico, the Isotopes Baseball Park and the Broadbent Business Park.
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