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Phoenix Art Museum
A leading Southwestern art museum with major collections of American, Latin American, Asian, and Western works in Downtown Phoenix.
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 7 buses that leave Palm Springs, CA for Phoenix, AZ on Wed, Jul 15, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 416 km distance in an average of 4 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $249.
Distance: 258 miles (416 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $416 Average price | $115 Average price |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ:
A bus is $68 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ costing on average $115 (€94).
A bus is $369 (€304) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ costing on average $416 (€343).
Other travel options to Phoenix, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 43m.
Train takes on average 6h 39m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 7h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 AM Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), CA | 4h30 | 4:15 PM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM North Palm Springs, Garnet Avenue (Chevron), CA | 5h10 | 5:10 PM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM North Palm Springs, Garnet Avenue (Chevron), CA | 4h50 | 4:50 PM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM North Palm Springs, Garnet Avenue (Chevron), CA | 7h30 | 11:40 PM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM North Palm Springs, Garnet Avenue (Chevron), CA | 7h49 | 11:59 PM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 PM Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), CA | 4h40 | 9:15 PM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 PM Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), CA | 6h24 | 10:59 PM Phoenix, W Glendale Ave (Glendale), AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), CA | 7h14 | 11:59 PM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), CA | 6h55 | 11:40 PM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), CA | 4h20 | 1:05 AM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:40 AM Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), CA | 4h40 | 6:20 AM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:36, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 258 miles (416 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 258 miles (416 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 12:36 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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A leading Southwestern art museum with major collections of American, Latin American, Asian, and Western works in Downtown Phoenix.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Phoenix, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Palm Springs, CA to Phoenix, AZ buses use the Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) to Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) station pair, with some services arriving at Phoenix, Sky Train Station. Use this guide to compare Palm Springs, CA and Phoenix, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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