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What is the best way to travel from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Albuquerque, NM from San Diego. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
22h 5m
$84
$116
21
Flight
3h 14m
$94
$341
31

What is the cheapest way to reach Albuquerque, NM from San Diego?

You can get to Albuquerque, NM with just $84 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $94
Friday
Saturday
from $107
Sunday
from $119
Monday
from $286
Tuesday
from $326
Wednesday
from $84

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Spirit Airlines
    3h 14m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $94
  • American Airlines
    6h 32m
    0
    4:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:56 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $222
  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $251
  • Sun Country Airlines
    21h 36m
    0
    5:37 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:13 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $260
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 22m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:37 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $317
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    32h 40m
    0
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $97
  • FlixBus
    28h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $98
  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $99
  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $121
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    34h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $129

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    32h 40m
    0
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $107
  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $107
  • FlixBus
    28h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $108
  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $125
  • Limousine Express
    26h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    1:45 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Pan American Frwy s
    0
    Limousine Express
    Economy
    $172
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    14h 23m
    0
    7:06 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $315
  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • United Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    11:27 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    5:17 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 59m
    0
    2:30 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $327
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 32m
    0
    6:57 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $383

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    22h 35m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $119
  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $119
  • FlixBus
    23h 5m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $120
  • Limousine Express
    26h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    1:45 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Pan American Frwy s
    0
    Limousine Express
    Economy
    $173

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • American Airlines
    6h 37m
    0
    4:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:01 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $286
  • United Airlines
    5h 53m
    0
    6:20 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:13 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • Alaska Airlines
    28h 37m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:37 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $521
  • Alaska Airlines
    26h 25m
    0
    12:12 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:37 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $521

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    5h 53m
    0
    6:20 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:13 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • United Airlines
    7h 32m
    0
    8:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    5:17 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 14m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:59 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $524
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 24m
    0
    3:35 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:59 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $524

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $84
  • FlixBus
    32h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $84
  • Greyhound US
    24h 50m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $110
  • FlixBus
    23h 5m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $110
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    34h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $114

What are the fastest trips from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM?

You can get to Albuquerque, NM from San Diego in just 3h 14m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 3h 14m
Friday
Saturday
from 4h 50m
Sunday
from 22h 5m
Monday
from 4h 53m
Tuesday
from 4h 53m
Wednesday
from 23h 5m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Spirit Airlines
    3h 14m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $94
  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $251
  • American Airlines
    6h 32m
    0
    4:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:56 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $222
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 22m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:37 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $317
  • Sun Country Airlines
    21h 36m
    0
    5:37 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:13 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $260
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $121
  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $99
  • FlixBus
    28h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $98
  • FlixBus
    32h 40m
    0
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $97
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    34h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $129

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • United Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    11:27 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    5:17 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • Frontier Airlines
    14h 23m
    0
    7:06 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $315
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 32m
    0
    6:57 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $383
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 59m
    0
    2:30 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $327
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $125
  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $107
  • Limousine Express
    26h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    1:45 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Pan American Frwy s
    0
    Limousine Express
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    28h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $108
  • FlixBus
    32h 40m
    0
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $107

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $119
  • FlixBus
    22h 35m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $119
  • FlixBus
    23h 5m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $120
  • Limousine Express
    26h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    1:45 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Pan American Frwy s
    0
    Limousine Express
    Economy
    $173

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • United Airlines
    5h 53m
    0
    6:20 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:13 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $325
  • American Airlines
    6h 37m
    0
    4:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:01 AM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $286
  • Alaska Airlines
    26h 25m
    0
    12:12 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:37 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $521
  • Alaska Airlines
    28h 37m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:37 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $521

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    4h 53m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:38 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • United Airlines
    5h 53m
    0
    6:20 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:13 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 24m
    0
    3:35 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:59 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $524
  • United Airlines
    7h 32m
    0
    8:45 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    5:17 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 14m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:59 PM
    Albuquerque Airport
    Albuquerque Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $524

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    23h 5m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $110
  • Greyhound US
    24h 50m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 AM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $110
  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $84
  • FlixBus
    32h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $84
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    34h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    9:00 PM
    Albuquerque, NM
    Amtrak Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $114
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM

What are the most popular stations in San Diego and Albuquerque, NM?

In San Diego, you will usually depart from Santa Fe Depot, San Ysidro Transit Center or Old Town Transit Center, while in Albuquerque, NM you will be arriving at Pan American Frwy s, Train Station or Amtrak Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Albuquerque, NM from San Diego? With 6 connections between 3 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San Diego and Albuquerque, NM, you can pay as low as $84 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Spirit Airlines: you will get to Albuquerque, NM in just 3h 14m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San Diego and Albuquerque, NM are FlixBus, Greyhound US and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in San Diego and Albuquerque, NM is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from San Diego Airport or to Albuquerque Airport, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at Albuquerque Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM?

The most popular companies between San Diego and Albuquerque, NM, are FlixBus, Greyhound US and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound US, Greyhound Lines Mexico and 1 more.

Airlines: United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM

How can I reach Albuquerque, NM from San Diego?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Albuquerque, NM from San Diego.

How far is Albuquerque, NM from San Diego?

The distance between San Diego and Albuquerque, NM is 626.2 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego and Albuquerque, NM?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 27 kgs of CO2, a train 35 kgs, a car 171 kgs, and a flight 248 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM?

You can get to Albuquerque, NM with just $84 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Albuquerque, NM?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Albuquerque, NM in just 3h 14m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to San Diego and to Albuquerque, NM

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Diego and to Albuquerque, NM. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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