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How to get fromRuidoso to Carlsbad Caverns National Parkby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Ruidoso to Carlsbad Caverns National Park by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi (Greyhound)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Ruidoso to El Paso Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Carlsbadbus bus
    3. Take the taxi from Carlsbad to Carlsbad Caverns National Parktaxi taxi
    8h 14m
    $108–173

  2. Drive 166.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ruidoso to Carlsbad Caverns National Parkcar car 166.5 mi
    3h 54m
    $31–44

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  • Distance: 353.7 mi
  • Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Ruidoso, NM, USA and Carlsbad Caverns National Park, NM, USA?

There is no direct connection from Ruidoso to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. However, you can take the taxi to Ruidoso, take the bus to El Paso Bus Station, take the bus to Carlsbad, then take the taxi to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Alternatively, you can drive from Ruidoso to Carlsbad Caverns National Park in around 3h 54m.

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