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

Tempe to Phoenix, AZ - Light Rail Schedule

The A light rail from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ runs from 4:36 AM to 11:22 PM, with departures every 10-20 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 9 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Tempe to Phoenix, AZ by bus and light rail

To get from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ you’ll need to take 2 light rail lines and one bus line: take the A light rail from Veterans Way/College station to Downtown Phx Hub/Washington St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the B light rail and finally take the 17 bus from Mcdowell Rd & Central Av station to Mcdowell Rd & 27th Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus and light rail schedule from Tempe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Phoenix, AZ on the Moovit app.

69min$4.00
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - AA
Light Rail - BB
Bus - 1717
Leaves from Veterans Way/College

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Veterans Way/College
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - AA
    Wait for light rail
    A
    Downtown Phoenix Hub
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Downtown Phx Hub/Washington St
    ID 19000
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Washington/Central
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - BB
    Wait for light rail
    B
    Metro Pkwy
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Mcdowell/Central Ave
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mcdowell Rd & Central Av
    ID 11452
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    83rd Ave+Mcdowell
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Mcdowell Rd & 27th Av
    Ride to bus station
    Mcdowell Rd & 27th Av
    ID 11463
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ

The distance between Tempe and Phoenix, AZ is approximately 12.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ 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 Tempe to Phoenix, AZ

To check the bus and light rail schedule from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tempe) and destination (Phoenix, AZ), 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 Tempe to Phoenix, AZ?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Light Rail line A, Light Rail line B, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Tempe and Phoenix, AZ in Phoenix?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 light rail lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ in Phoenix?

    The A light rail line goes from Veterans Way/College station near Tempe in Phoenix to Downtown Phx Hub/Washington St station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line and one bus line till Downtown Phx Hub/Washington St station near Phoenix, AZ.

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

    The total travel time between Tempe and Phoenix, AZ by light rail and bus is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Tempe to get to Phoenix, AZ in Phoenix?

    Get on the A light rail from the Veterans Way/College station near Tempe in Phoenix.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Tempe and Phoenix, AZ in Phoenix?

    Get off the light rail at the Downtown Phx Hub/Washington St stop, which is closest to Phoenix, AZ.

  • How much is the total light rail and bus fare from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ?

    The ride from Tempe to Phoenix, AZ costs $4.00.

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