How to travel from Sacramento to Albuquerque, United States of America

The distance between Sacramento and Albuquerque is around 897 miles (1,444km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 15m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Sacramento to Albuquerque by plane, train, subway, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Albuquerque (ABQ).

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    $230
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Los Angeles and then to Albuquerque.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $180
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Train

Take the train to Los Angeles and then to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $190
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Drive

Drive to Albuquerque.

  • Duration16h 60m
  • Distance1,080 miles (1,738km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sacramento and Albuquerque

There are several options for getting from Sacramento to Albuquerque by plane, train, subway, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $180 and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $230.

The distance between Sacramento and Albuquerque is around 897 miles (1,444km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 855 miles (1,375km)

It takes around 3h 15m to get from Sacramento and Albuquerque by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sacramento to Albuquerque is to fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx $230.

The cheapest way to travel between Sacramento and Albuquerque, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $180 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Sacramento and Albuquerque. It typically takes around 1 day 6h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Sacramento to Albuquerque. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Los Angeles. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 6h.

Amtrak run train services between Sacramento and Albuquerque. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 1 day 6h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sacramento and Albuquerque. It typically takes around 1 day 2h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Sacramento to Albuquerque. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Los Angeles. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 2h.

Greyhound USA and ACN Autobuses run regular bus services between Sacramento and Albuquerque. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 2h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Sacramento and Albuquerque. Flights depart from Sacramento (SMF) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ) - via Las Vegas (LAS). The flight takes around 2h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Sacramento to Albuquerque. There is however a flight that goes via Las Vegas (LAS). This services will take at least 3h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Sacramento to Albuquerque typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Sacramento (SMF) and and arrive into Albuquerque (ABQ).

The closest major airport to Albuquerque is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) (ABQ) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Albuquerque. Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) (SAF) and Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) (DRO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Sacramento and Albuquerque. The distance is around 1,080 miles (1,738km) by road and it will take around 16h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sacramento to Albuquerque is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around $230.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Sacramento and Albuquerque

Transport options from Sacramento to Albuquerque
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 4 similar
3h 15m
$230
every 30 mins1,444km (897 miles)
Train to Stockton, Fly3h 45m
$230
once daily1,452km (902 miles)
Train and Plane4h 30m
$280
every 4 hours1,590km (988 miles)
Train to Richmond, plane5h 25m
$270
every 2 hours1,633km (1,015 miles)
Train to Santa Clara Amtrak, Fly6hrs
$270
every 4 hours1,627km (1,011 miles)
Bus
1 day 2h
$180
twice daily2,010km (1,249 miles)
Train
1 day 6h
$190
twice daily2,326km (1,445 miles)
Drive
16h 60m
$105
on demand1,738km (1,080 miles)

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Airports near Albuquerque

The following major airports near Albuquerque offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ABQ
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
International Airport
Distance
3 miles (5km) from Albuquerque
SAF
Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49 miles (78km) from Albuquerque
DRO
Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
156 miles (251km) from Albuquerque