What is the cheapest way to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs?

The fastest way to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs is to drive which takes 5h 37m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Odessa and Ruidoso Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Odessa station to Ruidoso Downs. However, there are services departing from Stripes gas station - Odessa, TX and arriving at Ruidoso via El Paso Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs?

The distance between Odessa and Ruidoso Downs is 444 miles. The road distance is 272.2 miles.

How do I travel from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs without a car is to bus which takes 8h 8m and costs $85 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs?

It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Odessa to Ruidoso Downs bus from?

Odessa to Ruidoso Downs bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Stripes gas station - Odessa, TX.

Bus or fly from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs?

The best way to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs is to bus which takes 8h 8m and costs $85 - $220. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $150 - $550 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Odessa to Ruidoso Downs bus arrive?

Odessa to Ruidoso Downs bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Odessa and Ruidoso Downs?

Ruidoso Downs is 1h behind Odessa. It is currently 4:28 PM in Odessa and 3:28 PM in Ruidoso Downs.

Can I drive from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Odessa to Ruidoso Downs is 272 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs.

Where can I stay near Ruidoso Downs?

There are 432+ hotels available in Ruidoso Downs.

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There are 5 ways to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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best
1. Take the bus from Stripes gas station - Odessa, TX to El Pasobus Dallas
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Ruidosobus Greyhound US1190S
8h 8m
$88–211
Drive 270.6 mi
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1. Drive from Odessa to Ruidoso Downscar 270.6 mi
5h 37m
$50–72
Fly to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport, bus
1. Fly from Midland International Airport (MAF) to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport (ROW)plane MAF - ROW
2. Take the bus from Roswell Pecos Trails Transit to Ruidosobus
7h 27m
$135–480
Fly to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport
1. Fly from Midland International Airport (MAF) to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI)plane MAF - RUI
8h 40m
$159–540
Fly to El Paso International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Midland International Airport (MAF) to El Paso International Airport (ELP)plane MAF - ELP
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Ruidosobus
11h 6m
$253–977

Midland International Airport (MAF) to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport (ROW) flights

22Weekly Planes

4h 42mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 441.3 mi
Duration: 8h 8m

What companies run services between Odessa, TX, USA and Ruidoso Downs, NM, USA?

You can take a bus from Stripes gas station - Odessa, TX to Ruidoso via El Paso and El Paso Bus Station in around 8h 8m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Corporate Flight Management Inc, and two other airlines fly from Midland International Airport (MAF) to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) 3 times a day.

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How to get fromOdessa to Ruidoso Downsby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Odessa to Ruidoso Downs by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Bus

Drive 270.6 mi

Fly to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport, bus

Fly to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport

Fly to El Paso International Airport, bus