What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild is to fly and drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $65 - $450.

How far is it from Phoenix to Idyllwild?

The distance between Phoenix and Idyllwild is 295 miles. The road distance is 298.6 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix to Idyllwild without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 7h 48m and costs $200 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild, including transfers.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Idyllwild?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Idyllwild is 299 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Phoenix to Idyllwild.

Where can I stay near Idyllwild?

There are 780+ hotels available in Idyllwild.

Phoenix to Idyllwild - 9 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild by bus, car, plane, or taxi

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

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Stationbus El Paso
2. Drive from Indio Bus Station to Idyllwildcar
4h 38m
$72–92
Drive 296.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Phoenix to Idyllwildcar 296.8 mi
4h 58m
$55–79
Fly Phoenix to Palm Springs International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
2. Drive from Indio-Palm-Springs-Airport-PSP to Idyllwildcar
3h 17m
$69–444
Bus, drive via Indio
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Indiobus Guadalajara
2. Drive from Indio to Idyllwildcar
5h 6m
$66–93
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Palm Canyon at Sonora to Idyllwildtaxi
7h 48m
$204–290
Bus, taxi via Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the taxi from Palm Canyon at Sonora to Idyllwildtaxi
10h 8m
$217–287
Fly Phoenix to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, drive
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane PHX - CLD
2. Drive from Carlsbad-Airport-CLD to Idyllwildcar
4h 2m
$59–331
Fly Scottsdale Airport to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, drive
1. Fly from Scottsdale Airport (SCF) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane SCF - CLD
2. Drive from Carlsbad-Airport-CLD to Idyllwildcar
4h 41m
$63–335
Fly Phoenix to San Diego International Airport, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Temecula Bus Stopbus
3. Take the taxi from Temecula Bus Stop to Idyllwildtaxi
6h 9m
$248–654

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

23Weekly Planes

1h 45mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Phoenix to Idyllwild.

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Idyllwild, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Phoenix to Idyllwild. However, you can take the bus to Indio Bus Station then drive to Idyllwild. Alternatively, you can drive from Phoenix to Idyllwild in around 4h 58m.

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