How to travel from Raleigh to Phoenix, United States of America
The distance between Raleigh and Phoenix is around 1,906 miles (3,068km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 50m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Raleigh 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.
👋 Also check out Phoenix → Raleigh if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Phoenix (PHX).
- Duration5h 50m
- Flight time4h 50m
- Typical cost$700
American Airlines
+ 3 others3 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Winston Salem then Columbus and then to Phoenix.
- Duration2 days 5h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost$340
Greyhound USA
Train and Bus
Take the train to Greensboro then New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and then to Maricopa then take the bus to Tempe Amtrak Bus Stop.
- Duration2 days 14h
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost$325
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Raleigh and Phoenix
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Raleigh to Phoenix by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around $325 and will take around 2 days 14h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $700.
The distance between Raleigh and Phoenix is around 1,906 miles (3,068km).
It takes around 5h 50m to get from Raleigh and Phoenix by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Raleigh to Phoenix is to fly which takes around 5h 50m and will set you back approx $700.
The cheapest way to travel between Raleigh and Phoenix, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around $325 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Raleigh and Phoenix. We recommend that you fly from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Phoenix (PHX). instead which will take 5h 50m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Raleigh and Phoenix. It typically takes around 2 days 5h and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Raleigh to Phoenix. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd, Winston Salem and Columbus. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 5h.
Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Raleigh and Phoenix. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 5h on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Raleigh and Phoenix. Flights depart from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) and arrive at Phoenix (PHX). The flight takes around 4h 50m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Raleigh and Phoenix with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 4h 50m.
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta and United Airlines fly between Raleigh and Phoenix. Flights depart from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) and and arrive into Phoenix (PHX). These flights usually take around 4h 50m.
The flight from Raleigh to Phoenix typically takes around 4h 50m. Flights depart from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) 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 Raleigh and Phoenix. The distance is around 2,218 miles (3,569km) by road and it will take around 1 day 11h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Raleigh to Phoenix is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 50m and will usually cost around $700.
Compare travel optionsbetween Raleigh and Phoenix
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 5h 50m | $700 | every 4 hours | 3,068km (1,906 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 7h 10m | $640 | twice daily | 3,161km (1,964 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 7h 30m | $505 | 4 times a day | 3,201km (1,989 miles) |
| Train to Charlotte Amtrak Station, Fly | 8h 40m | $595 | 4 times a day | 3,151km (1,958 miles) |
Bus | 2 days 5h | $340 | once daily | 3,977km (2,471 miles) |
Train and Bus | 2 days 14h | $325 | 6 times a week | 4,116km (2,557 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 11h | $220 | on demand | 3,569km (2,218 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Raleigh and Phoenix
Airlines
American Airlines
Southwest Airlines
Delta
United Airlines
Frontier Airlines
Bus companies
Southeastern Stages
Greyhound USA
Train operators
Airports near Phoenix
The following major airports near Phoenix offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
- Distance
- 4 miles (7km) from Phoenix
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
- Distance
- 26 miles (42km) from Phoenix
Ernest A. Love Field (PRC)
- Distance
- 85 miles (137km) from Phoenix