Bus from Riverside, CA to Albuquerque, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Riverside to Albuquerque on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Riverside Station
Amtrak StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Riverside Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UC Riverside
Albuquerque Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:46 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to Albuquerque

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albuquerque. The journey takes about 15 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 14mAverage Duration
990 kmDistance
90kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$146 - $392Average Duration21h
25kg CO₂e
Average Price$96 - $241Average Duration15h 14m
90kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riverside, CA to Albuquerque, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Albuquerque start from $146. The average price for this route is around $218. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    The average bus travel time from Riverside to Albuquerque is 21h, covering a distance of 987 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Riverside to Albuquerque route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Albuquerque at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    A bus trip from Riverside to Albuquerque generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riverside to Albuquerque?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-28
$236
11-29
$634
Today
$634
12-01
$195
12-02
$236
12-03
$164
12-04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Albuquerque, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $164

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Albuquerque, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $164 to $806 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Albuquerque, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2025-12-03.

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