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How to get fromAlbuquerque to Grand Canyon South Rimby train, bus, car, plane or shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Albuquerque to Grand Canyon South Rim by train, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to Flagstafftrain train Southwest Chief
    2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Maswik Lodgebus bus Groome Transportation
    9h 42m
    $97–170

  2. Drive 399.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Albuquerque to Grand Canyon South Rimcar car 399.8 mi
    6h 36m
    $73–106

  3. Fly to Flagstaff, bus

    1. Fly from Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) to Flagstaff (FLG)plane plane ABQ - FLG
    2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Pulliam Airport to Maswik Lodgebus bus
    8h 35m
    $90–411

  4. Fly to Phoenix, shuttle

    1. Fly from Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) to Phoenix (PHX)plane plane ABQ - PHX
    2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Grand Canyon Villageshuttle bus
    8h 7m
    $468–539

Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) to Flagstaff (FLG) flights

Calendar36Weekly Planes
Duration5h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket$54Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Albuquerque, NM, USA and Grand Canyon South Rim, AZ, USA?

There is no direct connection from Albuquerque to Grand Canyon South Rim. However, you can take the train to Flagstaff, walk to Flagstaff Amtrak, take the bus to Maswik Lodge, take the bus to Market Plaza Westbound, then walk to Grand Canyon South Rim. Alternatively, you can drive from Albuquerque to Grand Canyon South Rim in around 6h 36m.

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