Abq NM Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops
bus schedule abq nm usually means ABQ RIDE, the City of Albuquerque’s fixed-route bus system. The important details are the route number, route name, direction, stop number, schedule day, detour status, and live bus arrival.
This rider-first guide explains how to find ABQ bus routes, read schedules, use zero-fare service, check TXT2RIDE, understand ART routes, use transit centers, and avoid boarding the wrong bus in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
How to Find an ABQ Bus Schedule Fast
For Albuquerque, start with the official ABQ RIDE Routes & Schedules page. Pick your route number, choose the correct weekday, Saturday, Sunday, or special schedule, confirm the direction, then check your stop number or stop name. Before leaving, recheck live arrivals through the Transit app, ABQ RIDE real-time tools, Google Maps, or TXT2RIDE.
Use the route number, corridor, or destination such as Central, Airport, Coors, Lomas, or Uptown.
Weekday, Saturday, Sunday, holiday, and school-year service can be different.
Check east/west, north/south, terminal, or destination sign before boarding.
Use the signed stop, stop puck, 4-digit stop number, map pin, or transit center bay.
Live predictions can change because of detours, traffic, weather, or data issues.
ABQ NM Bus Schedule Guide
ABQ RIDE Routes, Corridors and Service Notes
ABQ RIDE routes are organized by route number and corridor. Some routes run weekdays only, some run weekend service, some connect with Park & Ride locations, and some have special route notes such as KAFB limits, school-year service, or Rio Metro operation.
| Route | Route name / corridor | Useful rider note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Juan Tabo | Weekday and weekend schedule options; listed with Park & Ride note. |
| 2 | Eubank | Official route note says no service to KAFB all day. |
| 5 | Montgomery / Carlisle / Lomas | Weekday and weekend schedules; important east-west route family. |
| 8 | Menaul | Weekday and weekend schedules; connects with major east-west travel demand. |
| 10 | North Fourth Street | Serves the North Valley / downtown direction pattern; check detours near downtown. |
| 11 | Lomas | Useful for Lomas corridor trips; confirm weekend schedule before travel. |
| 16 | Broadway / University / Gibson | Good route to verify for south, university, and airport-area connections. |
| 31 | Wyoming | Official route note says no service to KAFB. |
| 50 | Airport / Downtown | For the Sunport, the #50 stop is on the lower level at the west end of the shuttle island. |
| 52 | Broadway / Rio Bravo | Launched as part of ABQ RIDE Forward system improvements; check current route page. |
| 53 | Isleta | Check the current schedule and ABQ RIDE Forward notes because the route pattern has changed. |
| 54 | Bridge / Westgate | Use direction and stop carefully for Westside / downtown travel. |
| 66 | Central Avenue | Central corridor local route; check Saturday downtown detours when events affect Central. |
| 97 | Zuni | Listed with weekday schedule; confirm whether your travel day is served. |
| 140 | San Mateo / CNM | Official schedule example uses San Mateo and VA Hospital timepoints; read left to right. |
| 141 | San Mateo | Weekday and weekend schedules; confirm whether Route 140 or 141 better serves your stop. |
| 155 | Coors | Check Park & Ride and route-change notes before using older maps. |
| 157 | Montaño / Uptown / Kirtland | Listed with limited KAFB service; future ABQ RIDE Forward changes may rename or adjust this route. |
| 198 | 98th St. / Dennis Chavez | Westside route with weekday and weekend schedule options. |
| 222 | Rio Bravo / Sunport | Operated by Rio Metro; confirm details with Rio Metro as well as ABQ RIDE references. |
| 251 | ABQ-Rio Rancho / Rail Runner Connection | Operated by Rio Metro; useful for regional and Rail Runner-related travel. |
| 766 | ART Red Line | Runs between Central & Unser Transit Center and Uptown Transit Center. |
| 777 | ART Green Line | Runs from Central & Unser Transit Center toward Central & Tramway along Central Avenue. |
| 790 | Coors / University | Academic-year route; official note says service resumes Monday 8/17/2026. |
How ABQ Bus Times Work
ABQ bus times are scheduled by route, direction, service day, and stop. The official route page explains that some routes do not run on weekends and that weekday, Saturday, and Sunday schedules can differ. Some route pages show weekday only, some show Saturday/Sunday together, and some show separate Saturday and Sunday schedules.
ABQ Bus Stops: Stop Number, Direction and Map Pin Matter
ABQ RIDE buses stop at signed bus stops. TXT2RIDE uses a 4-digit bus stop number, and the city explains that stop numbers appear on bus stop pucks and can also be found through ABQ RIDE trip planner or Google Maps. For best accuracy, match the stop number with route direction and destination sign.
ABQ RIDE Fare: Zero Fares for Transit Services
ABQ RIDE states that it has officially adopted a Zero Fares program and no longer charges to ride. That means regular ABQ RIDE fixed-route buses and ART are free to board. Riders should still check separate rules for special services, Rio Metro-operated routes, paratransit eligibility, or future premium/event service.
No regular ticket is needed for standard ABQ RIDE bus service.
ART is ABQ RIDE’s bus rapid transit service on the Central Avenue corridor.
Sun Van is free, but passengers must qualify through the ADA paratransit process.
Routes 222 and 251 are shown as Rio Metro-operated, so verify any regional rules with Rio Metro.
ABQ RIDE Connect provides free rides in selected zones and can connect riders to the wider bus network.
Check official notices for special event, premium, or temporary service rules before travel.
Scheduled Time vs Live ABQ Bus Arrival
Scheduled time is the planned timetable. Live arrival is a same-day prediction based on real-time data where available. ABQ RIDE points riders to the Transit app, real-time bus tools, Google Maps, and TXT2RIDE for arrival support, but live predictions can still change because of traffic, detours, operator availability, weather, GPS issues, or trip disruptions.
Use the Transit app, ABQ real-time page, Google Maps, or TXT2RIDE.
Choose the exact route number, such as 50, 66, 766, 777, or 155.
Match the destination sign, terminal, or route direction before trusting the time.
Use the 4-digit stop number, stop name, station, or transit center bay.
Refresh shortly before walking to the stop because predictions can update.
How to Use TXT2RIDE for ABQ Bus Arrival Times
TXT2RIDE lets riders request regularly scheduled or predicted ABQ RIDE arrival information by phone or text. Effective January 31, 2026, ABQ RIDE lists the English number as 505-390-8787 and the Spanish number as 505-390-8900.
Look for the 4-digit stop number on the bus stop puck, trip planner, or map.
Text the 4-digit stop number to 505-390-8787 for English.
For busy stops, text stop number plus route number, such as 1729 16.
The response may show predicted arrivals or scheduled times when prediction is unavailable.
Alerts may accompany the first text message if posted for that route or stop.
Major ABQ RIDE Transit Centers
Transit centers are useful when you need to transfer routes, connect with Rail Runner, reach ART, or start from a park-and-ride style hub. Most transit centers have multiple bus routes, many have free parking, bike-rack access, and free Wi-Fi.
Address: 100 1st SW, Downtown.
ABQ routes: 5, 8, 10, 11, 16, 50, 53, 54, 66, 97, 766, 777.
Address: 7901 Central NW at Unser.
ABQ routes: 66, 198, 766, 777.
Address: 180 Montaño NW.
ABQ routes: 10, 157. Rail Runner connections are also listed.
Address: 10401 Ellison NW at Coors Bypass.
ABQ routes: 155, 157, 790. Rio Metro route 251 is also listed.
Address: 2121 Indiana NE near Uptown and Americas Parkway.
ABQ routes: 8, 157, 766.
Address: 4300 Spanish Bit NE.
ABQ routes: 5, 8.
Map Example: Alvarado Transportation Center
Alvarado Transportation Center is a practical map point because many ABQ RIDE routes, ART routes, Rio Metro routes, Rail Runner, Greyhound, and Amtrak connections meet in or near Downtown Albuquerque. Use the map for navigation, but use the official schedule and live tools for final bus times.
- Check whether your bus boards at a street stop, ART platform, or ATC bay.
- Use the route number and direction before walking to a bay.
- Recheck detours near 1st Street, Central, Gold, or downtown events.
- Allow extra walking time for Rail Runner, Amtrak, or Greyhound transfers.
Albuquerque Rapid Transit: ART 766 and 777
ART is ABQ RIDE’s bus rapid transit service along Central Avenue, Albuquerque’s historic Route 66 corridor. The city lists two ART routes: 766 Red Line from Central & Unser Transit Center to Uptown Transit Center, and 777 Green Line from Central & Unser Transit Center toward Central & Tramway.
Check ABQ RIDE Detours Before You Leave
ABQ RIDE route detours can affect route paths, stops, bus bays, ART platforms, downtown streets, event corridors, and transfer timing. The city says route changes and detours are reflected on the Transit app and Google Maps, and riders can call 243-RIDE for trip-planning assistance.
Accessibility, Sun Van and Rider Rules
ABQ RIDE states that all buses are wheelchair accessible and provides ADA accommodation information. Sun Van is a free curb-to-curb paratransit service for people whose disability prevents them from riding fixed-route city buses, but riders must be ADA-certified through the application and interview process.
ABQ Bus Schedule Boarding Checklist
- Open the official ABQ RIDE Routes & Schedules page.
- Choose the correct route number and route name.
- Check whether the route runs weekday, Saturday, Sunday, or school-year service.
- Confirm the direction, destination sign, and terminal.
- Find your exact stop number, stop puck, map pin, or transit center bay.
- Use the Transit app, Google Maps, real-time bus tool, or TXT2RIDE before leaving.
- Remember that ABQ RIDE fixed-route and ART service is zero fare.
- Check detours, closed stops, temporary stops, and ABQ RIDE Forward changes.
- Arrive 5–10 minutes early, or 10–15 minutes early for transfers and the Sunport.
- For late trips, verify the last return bus from your actual stop.
Official Sources for ABQ NM Bus Schedules
Use these official sources for the most accurate route, timetable, fare, stop, live arrival, detour, transit center, and accessibility information.
Main source for fixed-route schedules, route names, schedule downloads, interactive schedules, weekend service, and route notes.
Open routes and schedulesOfficial page explaining that ABQ RIDE no longer charges to ride and uses a Zero Fares program.
Open zero fares pageOfficial phone/text arrival lookup using ABQ RIDE stop numbers, with English and Spanish numbers.
Open TXT2RIDEOfficial source for route detours, bus stop closures, route delays, and temporary stop instructions.
Open route detoursOfficial list of Albuquerque transit centers, addresses, route connections, maps, parking, bike racks, and Wi-Fi notes.
Open transit centersOfficial implementation page for phased route changes, frequency changes, and future service changes.
Open ABQ RIDE ForwardOfficial page for ART service, 766 Red Line, 777 Green Line, stations, frequency, Central Avenue corridor, and connections.
Open ART informationOfficial ABQ RIDE paratransit page for eligibility, service area, application, accessible vans, and passenger guides.
Open Sun Van pageOfficial code of conduct, bike/scooter policy, wheelchair policy, service animal rules, stroller rules, and safety rules.
Open rules to rideFor trip planning and route support, ABQ RIDE lists 243-RIDE / 505-243-7433.
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ABQ NM Bus Schedule FAQs
Where can I find the ABQ NM bus schedule?
Use the official ABQ RIDE Routes & Schedules page. Choose the route number, then select the weekday, Saturday, Sunday, or special schedule and confirm your direction and stop.
Is ABQ RIDE free in Albuquerque?
Yes. ABQ RIDE has adopted a Zero Fares program and no longer charges to ride regular ABQ RIDE bus service. Sun Van is also free but requires paratransit eligibility.
How do I track an ABQ bus live?
Use the Transit app, ABQ RIDE real-time tools, Google Maps, or TXT2RIDE. Live predictions may change because of traffic, detours, weather, cancellations, or GPS issues.
What is TXT2RIDE for Albuquerque buses?
TXT2RIDE is ABQ RIDE’s phone/text arrival lookup. Text or call 505-390-8787 for English or 505-390-8900 for Spanish using your 4-digit bus stop number.
Where do I find an ABQ RIDE bus stop number?
Look for the 4-digit stop number on the round bus stop puck, in the ABQ RIDE trip planner, or on Google Maps. The stop puck includes tactile numbering and Braille.
Do ABQ buses run on weekends?
Many routes have weekend service, but not every route runs every day. Some routes show weekday only, some show Saturday and Sunday together, and some have separate Saturday and Sunday schedules.
Which ABQ bus goes to the airport?
Route 50 Airport / Downtown is the main ABQ RIDE route to check for Albuquerque Sunport trips. The official route note says the #50 stop is on the lower level at the west end of the shuttle island.
What are ART bus routes in Albuquerque?
ART is Albuquerque Rapid Transit. Route 766 is the Red Line between Central & Unser and Uptown, and Route 777 is the Green Line from Central & Unser toward Central & Tramway.
How early should I arrive at an ABQ bus stop?
Arrive at least 5–10 minutes early for most local stops. Use 10–15 minutes for transit centers, transfers, the airport, unfamiliar stops, accessibility needs, or late trips.
Are ABQ RIDE buses wheelchair accessible?
ABQ RIDE states that its buses are wheelchair accessible. Riders should still check stop conditions, temporary stop changes, wheelchair securement rules, and Sun Van eligibility if fixed-route service cannot be used.