The cheapest and fastest trains from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$282
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
455 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ 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 Flagstaff, AZ will cost around $282 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 2 trains that leave Albuquerque, NM for Flagstaff, AZ on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 455 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:34 PM5h35Albuquerque, NM4:09 AMFlagstaff, AZ$591One-way0 transfers
9:34 PM5h35Albuquerque, NM3:09 AMFlagstaff, AZ$5061One-way0 transfers
10:34 PM5h35Albuquerque, NM4:09 AMFlagstaff, AZ$591One-way0 transfers
9:34 PM5h35Albuquerque, NM3:09 AMFlagstaff, AZ$5061One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a train costs an average of $56.
Distance: 282 miles (455 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ:
A bus is $33 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ costing on average $97 (€80).
Other travel options to Flagstaff, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 49m.
Tickets start at around $97 (€80) compared to roughly $65 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.93 (€-26.26). The journey takes 5h 29m versus 4h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ train times
The table below shows live departures for Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 Southwest Chief | 3:14 PM Albuquerque Station, Albuquerque, NM | 5h35 | 7:49 PM Flagstaff Amtrak, Flagstaff, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ
Trains from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 15:34. The fastest train covers the 282 miles (455 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 282 miles (455 km) |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 3:59 AM |
Last train 3:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albuquerque, NM and Flagstaff, AZ from $47 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albuquerque, NM to Flagstaff, AZ by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Flagstaff, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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