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 - $440.

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 - $310.

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

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

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Idyllwild?

Idyllwild is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 3:03 AM in Phoenix and 2:03 AM in Idyllwild.

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 980+ hotels available in Idyllwild.

Phoenix to Idyllwild - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 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 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
$69–434
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
$205–304
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
$217–304
Fly 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
3h 59m
$64–351

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

33Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest 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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