How to get from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe by light rail?

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe - Light Rail Schedule

The SKYT light rail from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 28 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe by light rail

To get from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe in Phoenix, take the SKYT light rail from Terminal 3 station to 44th St/Washington (Phx) station. Next, take the A light rail from 44th St/Washington (Phx) station to Veterans Way/College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The light rail schedule from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Tempe on the Moovit app.

28min
Light Rail - SKYTSKYT
Light Rail - AA
Walk to Tempe
Leaves from Terminal 3

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 3400 E Sky Harbor Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA
  • 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)
    8 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
    Veterans Way/College
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tempe
    Walk to
    Tempe
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe

The distance between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix and Tempe, Phoenix is approximately 6.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 28 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Phoenix – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe

To check the light rail schedule from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport) and destination (Tempe), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 light rail schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe?

    The fastest way takes 28 minutes, using Light Rail line SKYT, Light Rail line A.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Tempe in Phoenix?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 light rail lines in total. The total travelling time is 28 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe in Phoenix?

    The SKYT light rail line goes from 44th St/Washington (Phx) station near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Veterans Way/College station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Veterans Way/College station near Tempe in Phoenix.

  • How long does it take to travel from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tempe in Phoenix by light rail?

    The total travel time between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Tempe in Phoenix by light rail is about 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to get to Tempe in Phoenix?

    Get on the SKYT light rail from the 44th St/Washington (Phx) station near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Tempe in Phoenix?

    Get off the light rail at the Veterans Way/College station, which is closest to Tempe in Phoenix.

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