What is the cheapest way to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso?

The cheapest way to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso?

The fastest way to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Texas Tech University and Ruidoso?

No, there is no direct bus from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso. However, there are services departing from Lubbock and arriving at Ruidoso via Amarillo and Roswell Pecos Trails Transit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso?

The distance between Texas Tech University and Ruidoso is 421 miles. The road distance is 247.5 miles.

How do I travel from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso without a car?

The best way to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso?

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Texas Tech University to Ruidoso bus from?

Texas Tech University to Ruidoso bus services, operated by Noroeste USA, depart from Lubbock station.

Bus or fly from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso?

The best way to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $95 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $490 and takes 10h 16m.

Where does the Texas Tech University to Ruidoso bus arrive?

Texas Tech University to Ruidoso bus services, operated by Noroeste USA, arrive at Amarillo station.

Can I drive from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso?

Yes, the driving distance between Texas Tech University to Ruidoso is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso.

Where can I stay near Ruidoso?

There are 484+ hotels available in Ruidoso.

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There are 4 ways to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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best
1. Take the bus from Lubbock to Amarillobus
2. Take the bus from Amarillo to Roswell Pecos Trails Transitbus
3. Take the bus from Roswell Pecos Trails Transit to Ruidosobus
8h 45m
$95–132
Drive 246 mi
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1. Drive from Texas Tech University to Ruidosocar 246 mi
4h 52m
$45–65
Fly to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport, bus
1. Fly from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport (ROW)plane LBB - ROW
2. Take the bus from Roswell Pecos Trails Transit to Ruidosobus
6h 57m
$134–469
Fly to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport
1. Fly from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI)plane LBB - RUI
10h 16m
$135–489

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport (ROW) flights

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 418.7 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Texas Tech University, TX, USA and Ruidoso, NM, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso via Lubbock, Amarillo, Roswell Pecos Trails Transit, and Ruidoso in around 8h 45m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Corporate Flight Management Inc, and two other airlines fly from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) 3 times a day.

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How to get fromTexas Tech University to Ruidosoby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

There are 4 ways to get from Texas Tech University to Ruidoso by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Bus

Drive 246 mi

Fly to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport, bus

Fly to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport