What is the cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Tempe?

The cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Tempe is to bus which costs $210 - $550 and takes 2 days 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Raleigh to Tempe?

The fastest way to get from Raleigh to Tempe is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $250 - $850.

How far is it from Raleigh to Tempe?

The distance between Raleigh and Tempe is 1918 miles. The road distance is 2152.5 miles.

How do I travel from Raleigh to Tempe without a car?

The best way to get from Raleigh to Tempe without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 2h and costs $210 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Raleigh to Tempe?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Raleigh to Tempe, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Raleigh to Tempe?

The best way to get from Raleigh to Tempe is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $250 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $550 and takes 2 days 2h.

What is the time difference between Raleigh and Tempe?

Tempe is 2h behind Raleigh. It is currently 7:53 AM in Raleigh and 5:53 AM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Raleigh to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Raleigh to Tempe is 2153 miles. It takes approximately 35h 21m to drive from Raleigh to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2404+ hotels available in Tempe.

Raleigh to Tempe - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Raleigh to Tempe by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, 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.

Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport
best
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix (PHX)RDU - PHX
7h 12m
$252–804
Bus to Fayetteville Municipal Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Fayetteville Bus Station
2. Fly from Fayetteville Municipal Airport (FAY) to Phoenix (PHX)FAY - PHX
10h 55m
$206–918
Bus
1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Dallas Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
2d 2h
$218–543
Train, bus via Flagstaff
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstaff
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tempe
2d 13h
$345–2,213
Drive 2,140 mi
1. Drive from Raleigh to Tempe2,140 mi
35h 21m
$391–565
Train to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Charlotte Amtrak Station
2. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Phoenix (PHX)CLT - PHX
10h 33m
$277–591
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tucson Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Tempe
3d 12h
$404–2,468

Raleigh to Tempe by bus and tram

14Weekly Services

2d 2hAverage Duration

$218Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,907.1 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Raleigh, NC, USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Delta fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from GoRaleigh Station to Mill Ave/3rd St via Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd, Raleigh Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Dallas Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), 24th St Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, and 44th St/Washington in around 2d 2h.

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