What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix, AZ and Tempe?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe. However, there are services departing from 19th Av & Culver St and arriving at Broadway Rd & McClintock Dr via Broadway Rd & 19th Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe?

The distance between Phoenix, AZ and Tempe is 15 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe without a car is to line 17 bus and tram which takes 1h 19m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix, AZ to Tempe bus from?

Phoenix, AZ to Tempe bus services, operated by Valley Metro, depart from 19th Av & Culver St station.

Where does the Phoenix, AZ to Tempe bus arrive?

Phoenix, AZ to Tempe bus services, operated by Valley Metro, arrive at 19th Av & Broadway Rd station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix, AZ and Tempe?

Tempe is 2h behind Phoenix, AZ. It is currently 3:16 PM in Phoenix, AZ and 1:16 PM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix, AZ to Tempe is 15 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2258+ hotels available in Tempe.

Phoenix, AZ to Tempe - 4 ways to travel via line 17 bus, tram, and line 19 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Phoenix, AZ to Tempe by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 17 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from McDowell Rd & 27th Av to McDowell Rd & Central Avbus 17
2. Take the tram from Downtown Phx Hub/Jefferson St to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvdtram A
1h 19m
$6
Drive 14.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Phoenix, AZ to Tempecar 14.9 mi
17 min
$3–4
Line 19 bus, line 45 bus
1. Take the bus from 19th Av & Culver St to 19th Av & Broadway Rdbus 19
2. Take the bus from Broadway Rd & 19th Av to Broadway Rd & McClintock Drbus 45
1h 47m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Phoenix, AZ to Tempetaxi 14.9 mi
17 min
$35–50

Phoenix, AZ to Tempe by bus and tram

456Weekly Services

1h 19mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 14.6 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Phoenix, AZ to Broadway Rd & McClintock Dr via 19th Av & Culver St, 19th Av & Broadway Rd, and Broadway Rd & 19th Av in around 1h 47m.

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