The cheapest and fastest buses from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM without transferring at least once.
5:00 AM11h25Albuquerque, NM4:25 PMCarlsbad, NM$1151One-way1 transfer
5:00 AM11h25Albuquerque, NM4:25 PMCarlsbad, NM$1151One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $120.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price |
11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM:
A bus is $53 (€44) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM costing on average $120 (€98).
Other travel options to Carlsbad, NM take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 25m.
Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Omnibus Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Live departures
Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM bus times
The table below shows live departures for Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM buses for today, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · | 10:35 PM Albuquerque, 1st St SW (Greyhound Bus Station), NM | 13h50 | 12:25 PM Carlsbad, W Greene St (Road Runner Express #1), NM | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 4 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Albuquerque, NM | 11h25 | 4:25 PM Carlsbad, NM | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM
Buses from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 25m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Omnibus Express, Greyhound from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NMYou can travel by bus between Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM with Omnibus Express, Greyhound for as low as $67 (€55). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carlsbad, NM, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM
Most Albuquerque, NM to Carlsbad, NM buses use the Albuquerque, 1st St SW (Greyhound Bus Station) to Carlsbad, W Greene St (Road Runner Express #1) station pair. Use this guide to compare Albuquerque, NM and Carlsbad, NM bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Carlsbad, W Greene St (Road Runner Express #1) from Carlsbad city centre
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