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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albuquerque Bus Station | Carlsbad (Road Runner Express #1) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:22 AM MST.
Get from Albuquerque to Carlsbad
The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albuquerque and Carlsbad?
Stops in Carlsbad
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Food Jet South Carlsbad Bus Station
3102 NATIONAL PARKS HWY, 88220, New Mexico
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Based on 87392 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $103
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albuquerque, US to Carlsbad, NM by bus
What is the distance between Albuquerque and Carlsbad?
The distance covered from Albuquerque to Carlsbad is 374 km (232 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Albuquerque to Carlsbad?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Amtrak Station, in Albuquerque, and end it at Food Jet South Carlsbad Bus Station, in Carlsbad.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Carlsbad, NM was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $168To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albuquerque, US to Carlsbad, NM, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $168 to $206 for a bus ticket from Albuquerque, US to Carlsbad, NM based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2025-11-26.
