Getting
around Albuquerque
You won't need a compass to get around Albuquerque. If you get lost, just remember that the Sandia Mountains are always to the east!
The public transportation system of the city of Albuquerque is reliable but it is important to check schedules as some buses do not run very often.
Many visitors to Albuquerque choose to rent a car from one of the many rental companies located at the airport (a free shuttle bus will take you to the car rental lots). It is cheaper to book a car prior to arrival.
Conference venue
HDLS 15 will be held at the Student Union Building (SUB), which is located somewhat near the center of UNM's Main Campus.
Transportation options in and around the city
Public transportation
To UNM: bus stops are located at Central and San Pasquale (towards Downtown).
From UNM: bus stops located at Central and Rio Grande Blvd NW (towards the Rio Grande)
Taxis are relatively easy to find in the Downtown area but somewhat rarer elsewhere in the city. It is a good idea to call and reserve a cab 30 min in advance.
Driving
The fastest way to get to campus from your hotel is driving. There are two public parkings:
A more budget-friendly option are the Premium Parking spaces. And there are several different locations around campus.
Biking
Walking
There are many distinct areas in Albuquerque, including UNM/Nobhill, Downtown, Old Town that are friendly for pedestrians.
While it is not easy to walk from one district to another, once you are in any of these regions, walking is the easiest way to go but beware of the sun!
You won't need a compass to get around Albuquerque. If you get lost, just remember that the Sandia Mountains are always to the east!
The public transportation system of the city of Albuquerque is reliable but it is important to check schedules as some buses do not run very often.
Many visitors to Albuquerque choose to rent a car from one of the many rental companies located at the airport (a free shuttle bus will take you to the car rental lots). It is cheaper to book a car prior to arrival.
Conference venue
HDLS 15 will be held at the Student Union Building (SUB), which is located somewhat near the center of UNM's Main Campus.
- From Central Avenue: walk straight ahead through the University's
entrance at Cornell Drive. See a detailed map here.
- From the intersection of Lomas and Yale: walk south on campus towards the Duck Pond
(a large green space). The SUB is on your left once you pass the pond,
at the SE corner of the Plaza. See a detailed map here.
- From Casas del Rio see a detailed map here.
Transportation options in and around the city
Public transportation
To UNM: bus stops are located at Central and San Pasquale (towards Downtown).
From UNM: bus stops located at Central and Rio Grande Blvd NW (towards the Rio Grande)
Click here for a map of relevant bus stop locations in Old Town.
- Rapid Ride
- the Red
Line (no 766) runs mostly on Central Ave. Take it east to campus and get off at the University of New Mexico.
- the Blue
Line (no 790) runs on Lomas Blvd when eastbound and on Central Ave when westbound. Take it east to campus and get off at the University of New Mexico. This bus loops around campus.
Keep in mind that the Rapid Ride is an
express bus service with specially designated stations one mile
(1.6km) apart from each other.
- City bus
Taxis are relatively easy to find in the Downtown area but somewhat rarer elsewhere in the city. It is a good idea to call and reserve a cab 30 min in advance.
- Albuquerque Cab Company - (505) 883-4888
- Yellow Cab Company - (505) 247-8888
- ABQ Green Cab Company - (505) 243-6800
Driving
The fastest way to get to campus from your hotel is driving. There are two public parkings:
- If you are on Lomas blvd. you should turn at the intersection of Lomas and Yale Blvd to access the Main Campus. The Yale Parking Structure is on the left.
- If you are on Central Ave. you should turn at the insersection of Central and Stanford Dr. and turn left onto the Cornell Parking Structure.
A more budget-friendly option are the Premium Parking spaces. And there are several different locations around campus.
Biking
Walking
There are many distinct areas in Albuquerque, including UNM/Nobhill, Downtown, Old Town that are friendly for pedestrians.
While it is not easy to walk from one district to another, once you are in any of these regions, walking is the easiest way to go but beware of the sun!