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TXT2RIDE

Find when the next regularly-scheduled ABQ RIDE buses are due at your station. Note: message and data rates may apply.

About TXT2RIDE

Get bus schedule information with ABQ RIDE's free TXT2RIDE service.

All you need:

  • A phone that can send or receive text messages
  • An ABQ RIDE bus stop number, and
  • An ABQ RIDE route number

Service Availability

ABQ RIDE'S free TXT2RIDE service is available on the following routes:

  • #5 Montgomery/Carlisle
  • #8 Menaul
  • #11 Lomas
  • #16 Broadway/University/Gibson (The "BUG)
  • #31 Wyoming
  • #50 Airport/Downtown
  • #53 Isleta
  • #66 Central
  • #140/141 San Mateo
  • #157 Montaño/Uptown/Kirtland
  • #198 98th/Dennis Chavez
  • #766 Rapid Ride/Red Line
  • #777 Rapid Ride/Green Line
  • #790 Rapid Ride/Blue Line
    An image of a Text2Ride text message and response.

Directions

  1. Create a text to 27433 (2-RIDE).
  2. Enter your 4-digit bus stop number (located on the round puck at the bus stop)
  3. Add a space.
  4. Enter your route number.
  5. Send the text and wait for a reply.

Example

To: 27433, Text message: 4417 766

Notes

  • Responses arrive within 10 seconds or less
  • ABQ RIDE charges no fee to use the TXT2RIDE service.
  • Normal message and data rates may apply.

Routes with TXT2RIDE Service


View ABQ RIDE bus routes with bus STOP number signs in a larger map


A graphic of bus stop pucks with route and stop numbers How to find a Bus Stop Number

To find the bus stop number, look for the round puck with a tactile, blue 4-digit number posted on the pole about five feet above the ground at the ABQ RIDE bus station. Most pucks will face the sidewalk.

The bus stop number will also be provided in Type II Braille below the tactile number.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a Bus Stop Number?

    Each ABQ RIDE station has a four-digit bus stop number that identifies the location of the bus station.

  • Where is the Bus Stop Number located on the street?

    Bus Stop Numbers can be found on the pucks at each station. Look for the round puck with a blue, tactile 4-digit number posted on the pole about five feet above the ground at the ABQ RIDE bus station. Most pucks will face the sidewalk. The bus stop number is also provided in Type II Braille below the tactile number.

  • What if more than one route at my bus stop serves my destination? How can I find out which comes first?

    You will need to enter the bus route number, then each bus route in a separate text message.

  • How much does TXT2RIDE service cost?

    ABQ RIDE does not charge a fee to use TXT2RIDE service. Normal message and data rates apply according to your mobile phone service provider and text message plan.

  • Does TXT2RIDE retrieve real-time arrival information?

    No. Scheduled departure times are provided. If you have an iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, you can download ABQ RIDE's smartphone app to locate buses within a minute’s accuracy.

  • What if I can’t get schedule information with TXT2RIDE?

    Call 243-RIDE (7433) to speak with a customer service agent.

  • Will TXT2RIDE provide text updates about bus service?

    ABQ RIDE can also attach notices to the text message response if a route is on detour or experiencing a delay.

  • What is the privacy policy surrounding this service?

    This service is provided by AT&T.  AT&T Privacy policy found here.

  • What are the terms and conditions by which this service is provided to the City?

     City TXT2RIDE Terms and Conditions found here.

  • ¿Cómo se puede solicitar información en español?

    Para más información, se puede llamar al numero de servicios del cliente de ABQ RIDE a las 243-7433.