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

The cheapest way to get from Surprise to Tempe is to line 571 bus and tram which costs $4 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surprise to Tempe is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Surprise and Tempe?

No, there is no direct bus from Surprise to Tempe. However, there are services departing from Surprise PNR and arriving at Broadway Rd & McClintock Dr via 19th Av & Jefferson St and Broadway Rd & 19th Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Surprise to Tempe?

The distance between Surprise and Tempe is 30 miles. The road distance is 32.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Surprise to Tempe without a car is to line 571 bus and tram which takes 1h 50m and costs $4.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Surprise to Tempe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surprise to Tempe bus from?

Surprise to Tempe bus services, operated by Valley Metro, depart from Surprise PNR station.

Where does the Surprise to Tempe bus arrive?

Surprise to Tempe bus services, operated by Valley Metro, arrive at Adams St & 17th Av station.

Can I drive from Surprise to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Surprise to Tempe is 32 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Surprise to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2067+ hotels available in Tempe.

Surprise to Tempe - 5 ways to travel via line 571 bus, tram, and line 106 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Surprise to Tempe by bus, tram, car, 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.

Line 571 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Thunderbird Rd & Primrose to Van Buren St & 1st Avbus 571
2. Take the tram from Downtown Phx Hub/Jefferson St to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvdtram A
1h 50m
$4
Line 106 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from 111th Av & Thunderbird Bl to Thelda Williams TCbus 106
2. Take the tram from Metro Pkwy to Downtown Phx Hub/1st Avetram B
3. Take the tram from Downtown Phx Hub/Jefferson St to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvdtram A
2h 33m
$6
Drive 32 mi
1. Drive from Surprise to Tempecar 32 mi
43 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surprise to Tempetaxi 32 mi
43 min
$80–95
Line 571 bus, line 45 bus
1. Take the bus from Surprise PNR to Adams St & 17th Avbus 571
2. Take the bus from Broadway Rd & 19th Av to Broadway Rd & McClintock Drbus 45
2h 46m
$6

Surprise to Tempe by bus, foot, and tram

15Weekly Services

1h 50mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 29.5 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Surprise, AZ, USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

You can take a bus from Surprise PNR to Broadway Rd & McClintock Dr via Adams St & 17th Av, 19th Av & Jefferson St, 19th Av & Broadway Rd, and Broadway Rd & 19th Av in around 2h 46m.

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