What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Tempe?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Tempe is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Tempe?

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Tempe is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $260 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and Tempe?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to Tempe. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs - Desert Regional Medical Center and arriving at Phoenix via Main Street Park And Ride and Blythe McDonalds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Palm Springs to Tempe?

The distance between Palm Springs and Tempe is 274 miles. The road distance is 279.7 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Springs to Tempe without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Tempe without a car is to bus via Blythe which takes 7h 28m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Palm Springs to Tempe?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Palm Springs to Tempe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Springs to Tempe bus from?

Palm Springs to Tempe bus services, operated by Palo Verde Valley Transit Agency, depart from Palm Springs - Desert Regional Medical Center station.

Bus or fly from Palm Springs to Tempe?

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Tempe is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $260 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus via Blythe, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Palm Springs to Tempe bus arrive?

Palm Springs to Tempe bus services, operated by Palo Verde Valley Transit Agency, arrive at Main Street Park And Ride station.

What is the time difference between Palm Springs and Tempe?

Tempe is 1h ahead of Palm Springs. It is currently 1:40 PM in Palm Springs and 2:40 PM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Palm Springs to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to Tempe is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Palm Springs to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 3048+ hotels available in Tempe.

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There are 4 ways to get from Palm Springs to Tempe by plane, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX)plane PSP - PHX
3h 8m
$262–1,303
Bus via Blythe
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs - Desert Regional Medical Center to Main Street Park And Ridebus 6
2. Take the bus from Blythe McDonalds to Phoenixbus Cbx
7h 28m
$44–64
Drive 278.1 mi
1. Drive from Palm Springs to Tempecar 278.1 mi
4h 28m
$48–69
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2054
10h 58m
$58–89

Palm Springs to Tempe by bus and tram

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Distance: 272.2 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Palm Springs, CA, USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Palm Springs - Desert Regional Medical Center to Dorsey Ln/Apache Blvd via Main Street Park And Ride, Blythe McDonalds, Phoenix, and 24th St/Jefferson in around 7h 28m.

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