Travel Information
Directions from Albuquerque International Sunport to Socorro
The Macey Center is located in Socorro, New Mexico, about seventy five miles South of the nearest large airport in Albuquerque. The trip from Albuquerque Airport to Socorro takes just over an hour by car.
- From the Car Rentals concession area, turn left (south) on University Blvd SE.
- Follow University Blvd SE and signs to Interstate 25 South.
- Take Interstate 25 South to Socorro.
- Take Exit 150 into Socorro on California Avenue. Both hotels will be located on this road shortly after exiting the interstate.
You can also view this route on Google Maps.
Transportation to and from Albuquerque International Sunport (Airport)
The Albuquerque International Sunport is served by American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Great Lakes Airlines, New Mexico Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and US Airways.
The Albuquerque airport is typically a 75-90 minute drive along Interstate-25 to and from Socorro.
Car Rentals
- Pick up rental car at Sunport Car Rental Center
- Car rental customer service counters and ready/return lots are located at the Sunport Car Rental Center, 3400 University SE
- Car rental shuttles provide transportation between the terminal building and the Car Rental Center
- The car rental shuttle is a free service
- Shuttles run every 5 minutes from the commercial lane located outside the 1st level of the airport terminal building
- Shuttle buses are handicap-accessible
| Car Rental Company | Phone | Hearing Impaired/TDD | Spanish Translation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo | (800) GO-ALAMO (800) 462-5266 |
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| Avis | (800) 331-1212 | (800) 331-2323 | (800) 874-3556 |
| Budget | (800) 527-0700 | (800) 826-5510 | |
| Enterprise | (800) 736-8222 | ||
| Hertz | (800) 654-3131 | (800) 654-2280 | |
| National Rent A Car | (800) CAR-RENT (800) 227-7368 |
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| Thrifty Car Rental | (800) 847-4389 |
Shuttle Service
American Transportation and Shuttle Service
The shuttle is operated by American Transportation (AT). Contact AT directly at kshipley@socorrotaxi.com or sharon@socorrotaxi.com or at 800-991-4276 or 575-835-4276 (on weekends at 575-418-0553). A credit card number is required to guarantee your shuttle reservation. If your flight is delayed or if you have decided not to use the shuttle service, contact AT immediately. The driver will meet you at baggage claim one inside the Airport.
Taxi Service
- Albuquerque Cab Company
- Telephone: (505) 883-4888
