Albuquerque to Tempe by train
Tempe lies 518 km (322 mi) west of Albuquerque, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 632 km (392 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Albuquerque | Tempe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 564,559 | 175,826 |
| Elevation | 1,513 m (4,964 ft) | 360 m (1,181 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Denver) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Stations on record | Alvarado Transportation Center, Santa Fe Depot (Albuquerque, New Mexico), Montaño | Tempe |
| Postal codes | 87101–87199 | 85280–85288 |
Clocks in Tempe are 1 h behind Albuquerque right now, so a 7 h journey lands only 6 h later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Tempe from Albuquerque?
518 km (322 mi) in a straight line, west of Albuquerque; by road roughly 632 km (392 mi).
How long does it take to get from Albuquerque to Tempe by train?
About 7 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Albuquerque and Tempe?
Tempe is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Phoenix against America/Denver).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.