How to get from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix by bus and light rail?

Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix - Light Rail Schedule

The SKYT light rail from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 39 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix by bus and light rail

To get from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix you’ll need to take one light rail line and 2 bus lines: take the SKYT light rail from Terminal 4 station to 24th St Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 13 bus and finally take the 35 bus from 35th Av & Buckeye Rd station to Metro Pkwy W & Mission Ln station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The bus and light rail schedule from Phoenix Airport PHX may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Phoenix on the Moovit app.

99min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - SKYTSKYT
Bus - 1313
Bus - 3535
Walk to Phoenix
Leaves from Terminal 4

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Terminal 4
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - SKYTSKYT
    Wait for light rail
    SKYT
    Rental Car Center Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    24th St Station
    ID 30005
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    24th St Phx Sky Train Station
    ID 18967
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1313
    Wait for bus
    13
    75th Ave+Buckeye
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buckeye Rd & 35th Av
    ID 11036
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    35th Av & Buckeye Rd
    ID 12222
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3535
    Wait for bus
    35
    Thelda Williams Tc
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Metro Pkwy W & Mission Ln
    ID 18914
    52 min
  • 10
    Walk to Phoenix
    Walk to
    Phoenix
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix

The distance between Phoenix Airport PHX and Phoenix is approximately 19.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 99 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Phoenix Airport PHX 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.

Bus And Light Rail schedule from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix

To check the bus and light rail schedule from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Phoenix Airport PHX) and destination (Phoenix), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and light rail, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and light rail schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix?

    The fastest way takes 99 minutes, using Light Rail line SKYT, Bus line 13, Bus line 35.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Phoenix Airport PHX and Phoenix in Phoenix?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 39 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix in Phoenix?

    The SKYT light rail line goes from Terminal 4 station near Phoenix Airport PHX in Phoenix to 24th St Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till 24th St Station near Phoenix.

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

    The total travel time between Phoenix Airport PHX and Phoenix by light rail and bus is about 1 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Phoenix Airport PHX to get to Phoenix in Phoenix?

    Get on the SKYT light rail from the Terminal 4 station near Phoenix Airport PHX in Phoenix.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Phoenix Airport PHX and Phoenix in Phoenix?

    Get off the light rail at the 24th St Station, which is closest to Phoenix.

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