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

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Tempe is to bus which costs $55 - $120 and takes 10h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Tempe is to tram and fly which takes 4h 23m and costs $110 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Tempe?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena to Tempe. However, there are services departing from Colorado / Arroyo Pkwy and arriving at University Dr & 1655 East via El Monte Bus Stop, 24th St & Buckeye Rd and 24th St/Baseline PNR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Tempe?

The distance between Pasadena and Tempe is 405 miles. The road distance is 381.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pasadena to Tempe without a car is to train and taxi which takes 9h 38m and costs $200 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Pasadena to Tempe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Tempe bus from?

Pasadena to Tempe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Monte Bus Stop station.

Where does the Pasadena to Tempe bus arrive?

Pasadena to Tempe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pasadena to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Tempe is 381 miles. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Pasadena to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 3078+ hotels available in Tempe.

Pasadena to Tempe - 10 ways to travel via train, tram, plane, taxi, bus

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There are 10 ways to get from Pasadena to Tempe by tram, plane, train, taxi, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

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Tram to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Phoenix, tram
best
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Phoenix (PHX)plane LAX - PHX
3. Take the tram from 44th St/Washington to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvdtram
4h 23m
$111–307
Tram to Long Beach Airport, fly to Phoenix
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Del Amo Stationtram
2. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Phoenix (PHX)plane LGB - PHX
5h 42m
$53–308
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Maricopa Amtraktrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the taxi from Maricopa Amtrak to Tempetaxi
9h 38m
$207–372
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pomona - North to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino, CA to Phoenixbus La
9h 46m
$61–90
Drive 379 mi
1. Drive from Pasadena to Tempecar 379 mi
6h 7m
$70–100
Tram to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Phoenix, tram
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Phoenix (PHX)plane BUR - PHX
3. Take the tram from 44th St/Washington to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvdtram
5h 7m
$180–464
Tram to Ontario International Airport, fly to Phoenix
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Pomona North Stationtram
2. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ONT - PHX
5h 33m
$152–325
Tram to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Scottsdale Airport
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Scottsdale Airport (SCF)plane BUR - SCF
5h 31m
$60–324
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
10h 43m
$59–114
Bus via Union Station - Metro A-Line (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2054
12h 1m
$79–134

Pasadena to Tempe by tram, train, foot, and bus

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9h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 402.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Phoenix Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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