What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Phoenix?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Phoenix is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Phoenix?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs $110 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to Phoenix station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from San Diego to Phoenix?

The distance between San Diego and Phoenix is 309 miles. The road distance is 356.3 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego to Phoenix without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $85 - $140.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Phoenix?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from San Diego to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Phoenix bus from?

San Diego to Phoenix bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Cajon Transit Center station.

Bus or fly from San Diego to Phoenix?

The best way to get from San Diego to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs $110 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $140 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the San Diego to Phoenix bus arrive?

San Diego to Phoenix bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Phoenix is 356 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from San Diego to Phoenix.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Diego to Phoenix?

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Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2648+ hotels available in Phoenix.

San Diego to Phoenix - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from San Diego to Phoenix by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SAN - PHX
1h 27m
$110–918
Drive 354.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego to Phoenixcar 354.2 mi
5h 49m
$65–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0851S
8h 50m
$88–135
Bus via Cross Border Express, San Diego
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Phoenixbus Cbx
13h 53m
$84–162

San Diego to Phoenix by tram and bus

12Weekly Services

8h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 306.9 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and two other airlines fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Phoenix (PHX) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Phoenix Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 7h. Jefferson Lines also services this route 5 times a week.

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