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Five ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Phoenix

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Phoenix

Cheapest
6 h 11 min
Car
623 km.
from $34
Other
3 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
595 km.
from $130.12
11 h 40 min
Train, Bus
596 km.
from $142.11
9 h 2 min
Train, bus via Fontana, Train, bus via Fontana
596 km.
from $84.41

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Email:
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to 2707
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$95.68

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.34–$204.11

EPLA Limo Express

Phone:
+1 866 691 9732
Email:
Website:
eplalimo.com/
Bus from Los Angeles to Phoenix,
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$62.51–$89.30

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.72–$121.19

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Maricopa to Sky
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.02–$26.79

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Aviation/Lax
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.53

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$599.57
Plane from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.54–$306.16

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.54–$267.89

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$561.30

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.24–$191.35
Plane from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$28.07–$216.87

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.05–$344.44
Plane from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$408.22
Plane from Long Beach Airport to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$369.95

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Maricopa
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$51.03–$178.60
Bus from Maricopa to Sky
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
6 times a week

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Fontana
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Email:
Website:
metro.net
Train from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.59–$2.03
Train from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Pico
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Phoenix?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Phoenix is to bus via Phoenix, AZ which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 10h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Phoenix?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Phoenix is to line 3 bus and fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Phoenix station. However, there are services departing from 5th / Santa Monica and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Phoenix?

The distance between Santa Monica and Phoenix is 623 km. The road distance is 621.6 km.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Phoenix without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 9h 1m and costs $26.09 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Phoenix?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Santa Monica to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Phoenix bus from?

Santa Monica to Phoenix bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Phoenix bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Phoenix bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Phoenix is 622 km. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Santa Monica to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2600+ hotels available in Phoenix. Prices start at $47.15 per night.
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