How far is Tempe Arizona from airport?

There are 5 ways to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe by tram, taxi, car, shuttle or towncar

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Tram

1. Take the tram from 44th St/Washington to McClintock/Apache Blvd

Taxi

1. Take a taxi from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe

Drive

1. Drive from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe

Shuttle

1. Take a shuttle bus from Phoenix Airport to Tempe

Towncar

1. Take a town car from Phoenix Airport to Tempe

The tram journey time between Phoenix Airport (PHX) and Tempe is around 35 min and covers a distance of around 12 km. This includes an average layover time of around 10 min. Operated by Valley Metro Phoenix Skytrain and Valley Metro, the Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe tram service departs from Terminal 4 and arrives in McClintock/Apache Blvd. Typically 470 trams run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

470 Weekly Trams

35 min Average Duration

$3 Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe?

The cost-effective way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe is to drive, which costs $1 - $3 and takes 9 min.

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What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe?

The quickest way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe is to taxi which costs $25 - $30 and takes 9 min.

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Is there a direct train between Phoenix Airport (PHX) and Tempe?

No, there is no direct train from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe. However, there are services departing from Terminal 4 and arriving at McClintock/Apache Blvd via 44th St/Washington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

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How far is it from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe?

The distance between Phoenix Airport (PHX) and Tempe is 9 km. The road distance is 10.7 km.

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How do I travel from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe without a car is to tram which takes 35 min and costs $3.

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How long does it take to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe train from?

Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe train services, operated by Valley Metro, depart from 44th St/Washington station.

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Where does the Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe train arrive?

Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe train services, operated by Valley Metro, arrive at McClintock/Apache Blvd station.

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Can I drive from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe is 11 km. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe.

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Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 1833+ hotels available in Tempe. Prices start at $150 AUD per night.

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What companies run services between Phoenix Airport (PHX), USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

Valley Metro operates a vehicle from 44th St/Washington to McClintock/Apache Blvd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 20 min.

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Shuttles by Jayride

Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.

Jayride Private Transfers

Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.

Taxi from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Tempe

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