How to get from Tempe to Phoenix by bus and light rail?

By bus and light rail

To get from Tempe to Phoenix in Phoenix, take the FLIXBUS N2203 bus from Tempe (University Dr/Rural Rd) station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Station station. Next, take the RAIL light rail from 44th St/Washington (Phx) station to Metro Pkwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min.

150min
Walk to bus station
Bus - FLIXBUS N2203FLIXBUS N2203
Light Rail - RAILRAIL
Walk to Phoenix
Leaves from Tempe (University Dr/Rural Rd)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tempe (University Dr/Rural Rd)
    ID UTP
    0.66 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Bus - FLIXBUS N2203FLIXBUS N2203
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS N2203
    Los Angeles Downtown (Flixbus Lot)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Station
    ID UPX6
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    44th St/Washington (Phx)
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - RAILRAIL
    Wait for light rail
    RAIL
    Metro Pkwy
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Metro Pkwy
    ID 18900
    61 min
  • 7
    Walk to Phoenix
    Walk to
    Phoenix
    790 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tempe to Phoenix

The distance between Tempe, Phoenix and Phoenix, Phoenix is approximately 24.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 150 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tempe to Phoenix by bus and light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Phoenix – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Tempe

Tempe is located at Tempe, Phoenix and the nearest public transit station is Tempe Tc.

Bus stations close to Tempe:

  • Tempe Tc
  • 5th St & Myrtle Av
  • Mill Av & 5th St

Public transit stations close to Phoenix, Phoenix

Phoenix is located at Phoenix, Phoenix and the nearest public transit station is Cheryl Dr & Metro Pkwy.

Bus stations close to Phoenix:

  • Cheryl Dr & Metro Pkwy
  • Metro Pkwy W & Cheryl Dr
  • Metro Pkwy W & Mission Ln

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Tempe to Phoenix?

    The fastest way takes 150 minutes, using Bus line FLIXBUS N2203, Bus line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tempe and Phoenix in Phoenix?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tempe to Phoenix in Phoenix?

    The FLIXBUS N2203 bus line goes from Tempe (University Dr/Rural Rd) station near Tempe to Los Angeles Downtown (Flixbus Lot) station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Los Angeles Downtown (Flixbus Lot) station near Phoenix in Phoenix

  • How long does it take to travel from Tempe to Phoenix in Phoenix by bus and light rail?

    The total travel time between Tempe and Phoenix in Phoenix by bus and light rail is about 2 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tempe to get to Phoenix in Phoenix?

    Get on the FLIXBUS N2203 bus from the Tempe (University Dr/Rural Rd) stop near Tempe in Phoenix.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tempe and Phoenix in Phoenix?

    Get off the bus at the Los Angeles Downtown (Flixbus Lot) station, which is closest to Phoenix in Phoenix.

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