Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Rio Rancho travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rio Rancho

With a population of 87,521, Rio Rancho is a must-see destination in New Mexico, United States.

When to visit Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho in August
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in August
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rio Rancho

Plane

When flying to Rio Rancho, you’ll arrive at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Los Angeles takes 16h 33m and costs around $120 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $305 for a 25h 29m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rio Rancho is to pick up a car hire from Albuquerque, which is about 10 miles from Rio Rancho. You’ll find branches of Avis and Hertz, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From San Antonio, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 1025 miles and will cost you around $418. From Los Angeles, the ticket costs about $149 for a journey of 1090 miles.

Plane

When flying to Rio Rancho, you’ll arrive at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Los Angeles takes 16h 33m and costs around $120 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $305 for a 25h 29m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rio Rancho is to pick up a car hire from Albuquerque, which is about 10 miles from Rio Rancho. You’ll find branches of Avis and Hertz, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From San Antonio, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 1025 miles and will cost you around $418. From Los Angeles, the ticket costs about $149 for a journey of 1090 miles.

Airports near Rio Rancho

ABQAlbuquerque
SAFSanta Fe

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

Lufthansa
Good (7,965 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,509 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,940 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,460 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,931 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,209 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,583 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,567 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,993 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,506 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,320 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,968 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,540 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,913 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rio Rancho

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn Rio Rancho - Albuquerque North Valley and Extended Stay America Suites - Albuquerque - Rio Rancho.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rio Rancho

Most booked hotels in Rio Rancho

Drury Inn & Suites Albuquerque North
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$241+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$224+
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Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$166+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque Journal Ctr NW
3 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
$103+
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Hiring a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Rio Rancho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.59 and $31.45. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Rio Rancho, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Rio Rancho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.59 and $31.45. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Rio Rancho, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.