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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Needles is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Needles is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Phoenix to Needles?

The distance between Phoenix and Needles is 244 miles. The road distance is 223 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Needles without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 4m and costs $45 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Phoenix to Needles, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Needles?

Needles is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 1:30 PM in Phoenix and 12:30 PM in Needles.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Needles is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Phoenix to Needles.

Where can I stay near Needles?

There are 28+ hotels available in Needles.

Phoenix to Needles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Phoenix to Needles by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Kingman, AZPhoenix-Las Vegas
2. Take the train from Kingman Station to Needles StationSouthwest Chief
6h 4m
$49–130
Bus, train via Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to KingmanFlixBus 2040
2. Take the train from Kingman Station to Needles StationSouthwest Chief
6h 22m
$37–102
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train StationFlixBus 2047
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Needles StationSouthwest Chief
6h 19m
$60–189
Drive 221.7 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Needles221.7 mi
4h 10m
$41–59

Phoenix to Needles by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

6h 4mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.7 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Phoenix to Needles. However, you can take the bus to Kingman, AZ, walk to Kingman Station, then take the train to Needles Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Needles Station via Flagstaff Train Station and Flagstaff in around 6h 19m.

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