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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Vista is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Vista is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $65 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix to Vista. However, there are services departing from Phoenix and arriving at Escondido via Indio, CA and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Vista?

The distance between Phoenix and Vista is 318 miles. The road distance is 343.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Vista without a car is to bus via Indio which takes 9h 34m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Phoenix to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Vista bus from?

Phoenix to Vista bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Phoenix station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Vista?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Vista is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $65 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus via Indio, which costs $80 - $140 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Phoenix to Vista bus arrive?

Phoenix to Vista bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Indio station.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Vista is 344 miles. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Phoenix to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 987+ hotels available in Vista.

Phoenix to Vista - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Phoenix to Vista by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly from Phoenix
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane PHX - CLD
2h 30m
$67–313
Drive 341.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Phoenix to Vistacar 341.8 mi
5h 57m
$63–91
Bus via Indio
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Indiobus
2. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Escondidobus
9h 34m
$84–135
Fly from Scottsdale Airport
1. Fly from Scottsdale Airport (SCF) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane SCF - CLD
5h 23m
$91–397
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3train Coaster
10h 22m
$63–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Cbx to Escondidobus Lxus 2101
17h 49m
$104–157

Phoenix to Vista by bus and tram

7Weekly Services

9h 34mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

American Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix to Vista Transit Center via Indio, Indio, CA, San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, Escondido, and Escondido Transit Center in around 9h 34m.

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