How to travel from Baton Rouge to Phoenix, United States of America

The distance between Baton Rouge and Phoenix is around 1,262 miles (2,031km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Baton Rouge to Phoenix by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Baton Rouge (BTR) to Phoenix (PHX).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time4h 5m
  • Typical cost
    $470
Operated by

American Airlines

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2 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Houston Downtown then Dallas and then to Phoenix.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $235
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Lafayette then take the train to Maricopa then take the bus to Tempe Amtrak Bus Stop.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $180
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Phoenix.

  • Duration22h 15m
  • Distance1,441 miles (2,320km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Baton Rouge and Phoenix

There are several options for getting from Baton Rouge to Phoenix by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around $180 and will take around 1 day 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $470.

The distance between Baton Rouge and Phoenix is around 1,262 miles (2,031km).

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Baton Rouge and Phoenix by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 22h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Baton Rouge to Phoenix is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx $470.

The cheapest way to travel between Baton Rouge and Phoenix, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around $180 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Baton Rouge and Phoenix. We recommend that you fly from Baton Rouge (BTR) to Phoenix (PHX). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Baton Rouge and Phoenix. It typically takes around 1 day 7h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Baton Rouge to Phoenix. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Houston Downtown, Houston and Dallas. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 7h.

Flixbus USA and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Baton Rouge and Phoenix. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 7h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Baton Rouge and Phoenix. Flights depart from Baton Rouge (BTR) and arrive at Phoenix (PHX) - via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). The flight takes around 4h 5m.

There is no direct flight from Baton Rouge to Phoenix. There is however a flight that goes via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Baton Rouge to Phoenix typically takes around 4h 5m. Flights depart from Baton Rouge (BTR) and and arrive into Phoenix (PHX).

The closest major airport to Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) (PHX) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Phoenix. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) (AZA) and Ernest A. Love Field (PRC) (PRC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Baton Rouge and Phoenix. The distance is around 1,441 miles (2,320km) by road and it will take around 22h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Baton Rouge to Phoenix is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around $470.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Baton Rouge and Phoenix

Transport options from Baton Rouge to Phoenix
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 40m
$470
every 20 mins2,031km (1,262 miles)
Bus to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal, Fly5h 10m
$610
twice daily2,251km (1,399 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 40m
$535
every 20 mins2,047km (1,272 miles)
Bus
1 day 7h
$235
twice daily2,550km (1,585 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 12h
$180
6 times a week2,446km (1,520 miles)
Drive
22h 15m
$140
on demand2,320km (1,441 miles)

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Airports near Phoenix

The following major airports near Phoenix offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

PHX
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
International Airport
Distance
4 miles (7km) from Phoenix
AZA
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
26 miles (42km) from Phoenix
PRC
Ernest A. Love Field (PRC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
85 miles (137km) from Phoenix