What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to bus and shuttle which costs $85 - $140 and takes 15h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $60 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Vandenberg Space Force Base?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Vandenberg Space Force Base. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Vandenberg Air Force Base via Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza, Los Angeles Airport, CA and Santa Maria Public Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 33m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The distance between Phoenix and Vandenberg Space Force Base is 513 miles. The road distance is 531.2 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base without a car is to bus and train via Fontana which takes 12h 59m and costs $120 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus from?

Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $60 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $220 and takes 14h 33m.

Where does the Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus arrive?

Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base is 531 miles. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Where can I stay near Vandenberg Space Force Base?

There are 120+ hotels available in Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base - 9 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, taxi, or shuttle

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

Fly to Santa Maria Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Santa Maria Airport (SMX)plane PHX - SMX
4h 27m
$61–362
Bus, train via Fontana
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus
2. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Lompoc-Surf Stationtrain
12h 59m
$126–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CAbus
14h 33m
$142–211
Drive 528.1 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Basecar 528.1 mi
8h 47m
$97–140
Fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane PHX - SBA
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Santa Maria Airport, CAbus
6h 29m
$116–427
Fly to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, bus, line 30 bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane PHX - SBP
2. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Transit Center to Vandenberg Air Force Basebus
7h 58m
$64–368
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Baseline/Central Ave to Maricopa Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Lompoc-Surf Stationtrain
15h 3m
$158–290
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Guadalupe Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
15h 31m
$82–184
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Los Angelesbus El Paso
2. Take a shuttle bus from Los Angeles to Santa Mariashuttle Cbx
15h 41m
$89–136

Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base by bus

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14h 33mAverage Duration

$142Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Phoenix to Vandenberg Space Force Base.

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Distance: 509.8 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Santa Maria Airport (SMX) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Vandenberg Air Force Base via Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza, Los Angeles Airport, CA, Santa Maria Airport, CA, and Santa Maria Public Airport in around 14h 33m.

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