What is the best route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM?

The fastest route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM covers 21 km with a driving time of approximately 30 min.

Which direction is Albuquerque, NM from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)?

Albuquerque, NM lies roughly to the north-west of Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ).

Where can I find a 24h service station between Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Albuquerque, NM?

Along the route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM you can fill up at Valero, Valero, Love's (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Albuquerque, NM?

Along the route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM you can stop for the night or service your van at Kirtland Air Force Base FamCamp.

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) Albuquerque, NM

Distance: 21 kmDrive time: 30 min

Driving from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM takes about 30 min via I 40. The distance is 21 km. The straight-line distance is 9 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 21 km

1 Depart onto Old Tower Road Southeast 745 m
2 At end of road, turn left onto Southgate Road Southeast 4 km
3 Turn right onto Hardin Street 2 km
4 Turn left onto Wyoming Boulevard Southeast 4 km
5 Continue straight onto Wyoming Boulevard Northeast 2 km
6 Turn left 483 m
7 Merge slightly left onto Coronado Freeway 9 km
8 Take exit slightly right 363 m

9 Keep slightly right 78 m
10 Turn straight onto 6th Street Northwest 81 m
11 Turn right onto Cutler Avenue Northwest 204 m
12 Turn right onto 4th Street Northwest 243 m
13 Turn left onto Indian School Road Northwest 105 m
14 Arrive right onto Indian School Road Northwest

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The return trip from Albuquerque, NM to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) covers roughly the same distance, 21 km.

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How far is it from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM?: The distance between Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Albuquerque, NM is 21 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM?: The drive from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM takes approximately 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM?: The fastest route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM covers 21 km with a driving time of approximately 30 min.
Which direction is Albuquerque, NM from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)?: Albuquerque, NM lies roughly to the north-west of Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ).
Where can I find a 24h service station between Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Albuquerque, NM?: Along the route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM you can fill up at Valero, Valero, Love's (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Albuquerque, NM?: Along the route from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to Albuquerque, NM you can stop for the night or service your van at Kirtland Air Force Base FamCamp.

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