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Transportation Around Albuquerque
Getting Around Albuquerque is easy. The city bus operates 7 days a week, all year round, to get you to where you need to go. The Sun Tran is also available or you can rent a car and tour the city on your own time.
By Plane
The Albuquerque International Sunport is a world-renowned, full-service facility that welcomes more than six million travelers per year. As the state's largest commercial airport, the Sunport serves as the gateway to the diverse cultures, rich history and breathtaking landscapes that are New Mexico. We are committed to providing a clean, safe and passenger friendly facility that is capable of meeting the current and future travel needs of visitors and New Mexicans alike.
The Albuquerque International Sunport is owned by the City of Albuquerque and operated by the Aviation Department.
By Car
As Albuquerque's Sunport Airport is just five miles from both the downtown and Old Town areas, hire cars are highly recommended for visitors to this scenic region, and getting into town is simply a matter of driving in on Sunport Boulevard. There are plenty of taxis available for the trip into town, but hiring a car is recommended as this is 'big country' and many of Albuquerque's roads lead to some of the most breathtaking scenery and attractions in New Mexico. Once inside the city, non-drivers will find an up-to-date public transport system, which is both fast and efficient.
By Taxi
Taxi's are available but you can't flag them down like in larger cities. Here you have to call them to come pick you up. Taxis are generally more expensive than other forms of travel, depending on your destination.
By Train
Amtrak has a train station in downtown Albuquerque. There is a sightseer lounge and Native American tour guide for the trip between Albuquerque and Gallup. Service extends to all major east and west coast cities.
By Bus
Rapid Ride runs Monday through Saturday from 0600 until 2000. The route runs along Central Avenue between Unser and Wyoming and then north to Uptown. Stops are about a mile apart at specially designated Rapid Ride stations, rather than the normal city bus stops, which are about two blocks apart. Rapid Ride has changed the face of public transportation in Albuquerque. ABQ RIDE operates 12 60-foot articulated buses that run along the Central Avenue corridor and then north to Uptown. With 10-minute service, you're never waiting long for the next ride. Using the Rapid Ride just got a lot more interesting for the business commuter and college student. All of the city's 12 Rapid Ride vehicles now have wireless web access. There are 83 hot spots along the route that allow the buses to establish a connection from zone to zone. This new technology will allow passengers with laptop computers to surf the internet, check email, send reports to work or chat with friends. Now, many people will find their commute time to be productive time.
How to Get Around:
Like many major cities, one of the best ways to get around is by car; either personal or rental. Rental cars are readily available at both the airport as well as throughout the city.
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