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

The distance between Wichita and Albuquerque is around 705 miles (1,135km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 50m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Wichita to Albuquerque by plane, train, 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 Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT) to Albuquerque (ABQ).

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    $310
Operated by

American Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center.

  • Duration14h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $165
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Lamar Amtrak then take the bus to Pueblo Transit Center and then to Albuquerque.

  • Duration14h 50m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $195
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Albuquerque.

  • Duration10h 55m
  • Distance705 miles (1,135km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wichita and Albuquerque

There are several options for getting from Wichita to Albuquerque by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around $165 and will take around 14h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $310.

The distance between Wichita and Albuquerque is around 705 miles (1,135km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 548 miles (882km)

It takes around 3h 50m to get from Wichita and Albuquerque by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wichita to Albuquerque is to fly which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx $310.

The cheapest way to travel between Wichita and Albuquerque, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around $165 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wichita and Albuquerque. It typically takes around 14h 10m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wichita to Albuquerque. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Newton. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 14h 10m.

Amtrak run train services between Wichita and Albuquerque. Trains depart once daily and will take around 14h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Wichita and Albuquerque. We recommend that you fly from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT) to Albuquerque (ABQ). instead which will take 3h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Wichita and Albuquerque. Flights depart from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ) - via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). The flight takes around 3h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Wichita to Albuquerque. There is however a flight that goes via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). This services will take at least 3h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Wichita to Albuquerque typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT) 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 Wichita and Albuquerque. The distance is around 705 miles (1,135km) by road and it will take around 10h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wichita to Albuquerque is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around $310.

How do I get from Wichita to Albuquerque

Compare travel optionsbetween Wichita and Albuquerque

Transport options from Wichita to Albuquerque
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 50m
$310
on demand1,470km (914 miles)
Train
14h 10m
$165
once daily1,166km (724 miles)
Train and Bus
14h 50m
$195
3 times a week1,269km (789 miles)
Drive
10h 55m
$70
on demand1,135km (705 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