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Phoenix Art Museum
The Southwest’s largest art museum, with strong collections in American, Latin American, Asian, European, and contemporary art plus rotating exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$229
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 38 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1619 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ will cost around $229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
Of the 4 buses that leave Portland, OR for Phoenix, AZ on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 1619 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 6 h 45 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $105. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $105, and a train costs an average of $228.
Distance: 1005 miles (1619 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$253 Average price | $248 Average price Cheapest | $337 Average price | $250 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 9m Average total duration 27h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 47m Average total duration 39h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ:
A flight is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ costing on average $253 (€207).
A flight is $90 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ costing on average $337 (€276).
Other travel options to Phoenix, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 39m.
Train takes on average 39h 17m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 29h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $204 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:00 AM Portland, OR | 30h45 | 9:45 AM Phoenix, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Portland, OR | 30h45 | 10:45 AM Phoenix, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Portland, OR | 28h30 | 1:30 PM Phoenix, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Portland, OR | 28h30 | 2:30 PM Phoenix, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 27h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $114 (€94) but you can travel from only $105 (€86) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 1005 miles (1619 km) distance in 28h 30m.
Distance 1005 miles (1619 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€94) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 28h 30m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Phoenix — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Phoenix trip today.
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Moderate by major U.S. city standards. Hotels vary by season; casual dining and coffee are fairly typical, while upscale dining and resort areas cost more.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for great service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff and valet tips are customary.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR 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.

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