What is the cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe?

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe?

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $190 - $750.

How far is it from Joshua Tree to Tempe?

The distance between Joshua Tree and Tempe is 307 miles. The road distance is 294.3 miles.

How do I travel from Joshua Tree to Tempe without a car?

The best way to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe without a car is to taxi and train which takes 7h 15m and costs $190 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Joshua Tree and Tempe?

Tempe is 1h ahead of Joshua Tree. It is currently 1:21 AM in Joshua Tree and 2:21 AM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Joshua Tree to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree to Tempe is 294 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Joshua Tree to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2847+ hotels available in Tempe.

Joshua Tree to Tempe - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Joshua Tree to Tempe by taxi, plane, car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Joshua Tree to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
2. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX)PSP - PHX
2h 46m
$196–730
Drive 292.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Tempe292.6 mi
5h 16m
$54–78
Drive, bus via 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix
1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Indio Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to 2707 W McDowell Rd - PhoenixHuntington Park
5h 48m
$75–100
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Joshua Tree to Palm Springs Amtrak
2. Take the train from Palm Springs Amtrak to Maricopa
3. Take the taxi from Maricopa to Tempe
7h 15m
$194–315
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Joshua Tree to Palm Springs North
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs North to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train StationFlixBus 2054
6h 19m
$124–159
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Indio, CA
2. Take the bus from Indio, CA to PhoenixLa
6h 43m
$56–80

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX) flights

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1h 52mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Joshua Tree, CA, USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

There is no direct connection from Joshua Tree to Tempe. However, you can take the taxi to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) airport, fly to Phoenix (PHX), walk to Terminal 4 Station, take the vehicle to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, walk to 44th St/Washington, then take the vehicle to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvd. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Joshua Tree to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvd via Indio Bus Station, 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix, McDowell Rd & 27th Av, McDowell Rd & Central Av, McDowell/Central Ave, Downtown Phx Hub/1st Ave, and Downtown Phx Hub/Jefferson St in around 5h 48m.

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