What is the cheapest way to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso?

The cheapest way to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso?

The fastest way to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 17m and costs $55 - $75.

How far is it from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso?

The distance between White Sands National Park and Ruidoso is 66 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

How do I travel from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso without a car?

The best way to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 17m and costs $55 - $75.

How long does it take to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso, including transfers.

Can I drive from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso?

Yes, the driving distance between White Sands National Park to Ruidoso is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso.

Where can I stay near Ruidoso?

There are 435+ hotels available in Ruidoso.

White Sands National Park to Ruidoso - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from White Sands National Park to Alamogordo Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Alamogordo Bus Station to Ruidosobus Greyhound US1190S
1h 17m
$55–72
Drive 62.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from White Sands National Park to Ruidosocar 62.5 mi
1h 21m
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from White Sands National Park to Ruidosotaxi 62.5 mi
1h 21m
$110–140

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Map of how to get from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso.

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Distance: 65.1 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between White Sands National Park, NM, USA and Ruidoso, NM, USA?

There is no direct connection from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso. However, you can take the taxi to Alamogordo Bus Station, take the bus to Ruidoso, then take the taxi to Ruidoso. Alternatively, you can drive from White Sands National Park to Ruidoso in around 1h 21m.

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