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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
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in August
Estimated hotel price
$158
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 22 km 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 $141 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $211 for a 25h 29m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Phoenix, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 958 km and will cost you around $244. From Tucson, the ticket costs about $302 for a journey of 1271 km.

Plane

When flying to Rio Rancho, you’ll arrive at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), which is located 22 km 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 $141 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $211 for a 25h 29m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Phoenix, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 958 km and will cost you around $244. From Tucson, the ticket costs about $302 for a journey of 1271 km.

Airports near Rio Rancho

ABQAlbuquerque
SAFSanta Fe

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

Lufthansa
Good (7,497 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,980 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,994 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,652 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,307 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,102 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (986 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,866 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,579 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)
$237+
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Isleta Resort & Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$190+
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Sandia Resort And Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$361+
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Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albuquerque Midtown
3 stars
Okay (5.4, Okay reviews)
$91+
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Hiring a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay $1.61 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 $19.25 and $25.67. The most frequently booked car type in Rio Rancho is Compact (Hyundai Tucson or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.61 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 $19.25 and $25.67. The most frequently booked car type in Rio Rancho is Compact (Hyundai Tucson or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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