Transportation
Alpine is on the frontier of far West Texas, in vast, beautiful and rugged country. It’ s easy to get to if you’ re willing to invest a few traveling hours. You won’ t be disappointed, as Alpine and the entire Big Bend region are like no other in Texas.
Highways: Alpine is situated on conjoined U. S. Hwys. 67 and 90. Hwy. 67 is a major north / south route running from the border with Mexico at Presidio to San Angelo, after crossing IH-10. Hwy. 90 is a major east / west route running from Van Horn and IH- 10 to Del Rio and beyond to San Antonio. Both highways are broad, shouldered and well maintained for high speed. Travel on these routes by car, motorcycle or bicycle is convenient with small towns spaced about 30 miles apart.
For the more adventurous traveler, TX 17 can be taken from IH- 10 in Balmorhea through Wild Rose Pass to Fort Davis, connecting with TX 118 into Alpine. Or, TX 118 can be taken from IH-10 in Kent through the Davis Mountains and Fort Davis to Alpine. These routes are slower, very scenic, over good roads and offer a
Alpine Train Depot unique introduction to Big Bend country.
Bus: A private carrier, All Aboard America, offers two north bound and two south bound trips daily between Presidio and the Midland-Odessa Airport, with stops in Alpine. All Aboard America connects with Greyhound in Fort Stockton and Odessa for nationwide service. The bus stop in Alpine is presently at KC’ s Quick Mart( 837-5497) on east Hwy. 67 / 90. Go to www. allaboardamerica. com for times and fares.
Rail: Amtrak offers passenger rail service to Alpine two times per week west bound and two times per week east bound. The train uses the Union Pacific tracks with stops in Sanderson and Del Rio on its way to San Antonio, and stops in El Paso and Tucson on its way to Los Angeles. The
historic train depot is conveniently located at Holland Ave. and Fifth St. in downtown Alpine. Visit www. amtrak. com for times and fares.
Air: The Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport( 837-5929) is a public use general aviation airport located north of the downtown area. It is available for non-scheduled flights. Please check with the airport for
scheduled charter flight service. The Midland-Odessa International Airport( MAF) is a 2 ½- 3 hour drive and is also served by All Aboard America. The El Paso International Airport( ELP) is a 3 ½- 4 hour drive.
Rental Cars: Rental cars are available at Alpine Auto Rental. Call 432-837-3463, or www. alpineautorental. com.
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