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

Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix Zoo - Light Rail Schedule

The SKYT light rail from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix Zoo usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 29 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix Zoo by bus and light rail

To get from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix Zoo, you’ll need to take 2 light rail lines and one bus line: take the SKYT light rail from Terminal 4 station to 44th St/Washington (Phx) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A light rail and finally take the 56 bus from Priest Dr & Washington St station to Galvin Pkwy & Van Buren St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 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 Zoo on the Moovit app.

29min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - SKYTSKYT
Light Rail - AA
Bus - 5656
Walk to Phoenix Zoo
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
    44th St Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    44th St/Washington (Phx)
    6 min
  • 4
    Light Rail - AA
    Wait for light rail
    A
    Gilbert Rd/Main St
  • 5
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Priest Dr/Washington
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Priest Dr & Washington St
    ID 10242
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    Botanical Garden
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galvin Pkwy & Van Buren St
    ID 18456
    2 min
  • 9
    Walk to Phoenix Zoo
    Walk to
    Phoenix Zoo
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix Zoo

The distance between Phoenix Airport PHX and Phoenix Zoo is approximately 4.66 mi, which can typically be traveled in 29 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Phoenix Airport PHX to Phoenix Zoo 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 Zoo

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

    The fastest way takes 29 minutes, using Light Rail line SKYT, Light Rail line A, Bus line 56.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 light rail lines and one bus line in total. The total traveling time is 29 min.

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

    The SKYT light rail line goes from Terminal 4 station near Phoenix Airport PHX in Phoenix to 44th St/Washington (Phx) station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line and one bus line till 44th St/Washington (Phx) station near Phoenix Zoo.

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

    The total travel time between Phoenix Airport PHX and Phoenix Zoo by light rail and bus is about 29 min.

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

    Get off the light rail at the 44th St/Washington (Phx) stop, which is closest to Phoenix Zoo.

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