New Mexico Rail Runner Express

05/29/2026

We’re giving away an awesome prize pack, including 4 New Mexico United tickets and 4 Rail Runner Day Passes! All new subscribers to Rio Metro’s monthly newsletter between May 29-June 3, 2026 will be entered to win. ⚽️🚆

Enter:
- Subscribe to Rio Metro’s monthly newsletter anytime from May 29-June 3, 2026
- Subscribe at https://www.riometro.org/295/Monthly-Newsletter

One winner will get:
- 4 tickets to the June 13, 2026 NM United match
- 4 Rail Runner Day Passes good through December 31, 2026
- A NM United beanie and scarf
- Additional Rail Runner goodies!

Giveaway ends June 3, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST. One new newsletter subscriber will be selected at random and contacted via email within 3 business days. The winner or a designated representative must pick up the prize pack at the Rio Metro admin office in downtown Albuquerque, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Must be 18 or older to win.

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05/28/2026

Summer events by Rail! 🎶 Santa Fe Summer Scene 🎭 Shakespeare on the Rail 🎤 Santa Fe Opera 🎤 International Folk Art Market 😎 Youth Ride Free 🚆 Details: https://www.riometro.org/

05/27/2026

Planning your visit to the International Folk Art Market? Skip the drive and take the train! Add a Rail Runner day pass for only $8 when purchasing your Market Ticket online: https://www.riometro.org/493/International-Folk-Art-Market

🎟️ 2026 IFAM New Mexico Rail Runner Express Add-On Tickets 🎟️

Skip the Drive, Enjoy the Ride! New Mexico residents in Albuquerque, Los Lunas, Rio Rancho, Corrales, and Bernalillo—getting to IFAM in Santa Fe has never been easier! We’ve partnered with the New Mexico Rail Runner Express to offer an official IFAM Rail Runner Add-On, bringing you steps away from the Market entrance!

https://folkartmarket.org/tickets

05/26/2026

Ever wondered how to get from the train to the airport? 🚆✈️

This week’s Rail Runner 101 shows you how to connect from the train to the free Route 50 airport bus and arrive right at the Sunport. Check out how easy the trip can be!

05/24/2026

There will be no Rail Runner train or Rio Metro bus service tomorrow, May 25, Memorial Day. Regular service will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

05/22/2026

Bike + Train = the perfect summer adventure 🚲🚆
Check out our blog post to learn more! https://www.riometro.org/Blog.aspx?IID=90

05/21/2026

Rio Metro is updating its Transit Plan, and we want to hear from you! Take our transit survey and provide feedback to help update Rio Metro bus and Dial-a-Ride service: https://www.riometro.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/739

05/20/2026

There will be no Rail Runner train or Rio Metro bus service on Monday, May 25, 2026, Memorial Day. The Rail Runner will operate on a regular Saturday/Sunday schedule over Memorial Day Weekend.

Holiday Service Schedule: https://www.riometro.org/180/Holidays

05/19/2026

Train rides with little ones? We’ve got tips for that too 🚆👶

This week on Rail Runner 101, we’re talking about traveling with small children and how to make your trip smooth, comfortable, and stress-free for the whole family.

More tips next Tuesday!

05/18/2026

Expanded weekday Rail Runner service begins in just TWO WEEKS! 🚆

Starting June 1, 2026:
- New midday southbound train from Santa Fe to Albuquerque
- Late night service on Thursdays & Fridays
- Train #508 now continues all the way to the Santa Fe Depot

Same easy ride. More ways to get where you’re going!

Learn more & view the schedule: https://www.riometro.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/735

05/16/2026

Ride, lock & go! Need a secure place to store your bike at the station? Bike lockers are available to rent for just $25 every 6 months (plus a refundable deposit), making it easy to combine biking and transit. 🚲 🚆