What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari is to train and bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari?

The fastest way to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Fe and Tucumcari?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Fe to Tucumcari. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Center and arriving at Tucumcari via Santa Fe and Albuquerque Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Santa Fe to Tucumcari?

The distance between Santa Fe and Tucumcari is 243 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Fe to Tucumcari without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Fe to Tucumcari bus from?

Santa Fe to Tucumcari bus services, operated by ABQ Express Shuttle, depart from Santa Fe station.

Where does the Santa Fe to Tucumcari bus arrive?

Santa Fe to Tucumcari bus services, operated by ABQ Express Shuttle, arrive at Albuquerque station.

Can I drive from Santa Fe to Tucumcari?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Fe to Tucumcari is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Santa Fe to Tucumcari.

Where can I stay near Tucumcari?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tucumcari.

Santa Fe to Tucumcari - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Fe to Tucumcari by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Santa Fe Depot Rail Runner Station to Downtown Albuquerque Rail Runner Stationtrain Nmrx
2. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Tucumcaribus Greyhound US1210
5h 25m
$32–58
Drive 166.4 mi
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1. Drive from Santa Fe to Tucumcaricar 166.4 mi
2h 43m
$31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Fe to Albuquerquebus ABQ Express Shuttle to Albuquerque
2. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Tucumcaribus Greyhound US1210
6h 19m
$60–84

Santa Fe to Tucumcari by train and bus

28Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.4 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Santa Fe, NM, USA and Tucumcari, NM, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Transit Center to Tucumcari via Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Albuquerque Bus Station in around 6h 19m.

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