City in Arizona, United States
Getting around Phoenix
How to get around Phoenix
Valley Metro light rail links downtown, Tempe, Mesa and the airport via Sky Train; everything else is easiest by Uber, Lyft or Waymo, or a rental car.
Ways to get around Phoenix
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Metro light rail | $2 single; $4 day pass | Runs Phoenix–Tempe–Mesa; pay by app or at station machines |
| Waymo | Similar to Uber | Driverless rides across central Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale and Mesa |
| Uber / Lyft | About $12–22 for 5 km | Main option outside the rail corridor |
| Valley Metro buses | $2 single | Wide network but infrequent and hot waits |
Ride-hailing apps in Phoenix
A 5 km ride costs about $12–22 ($12–22).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Most drivers, airport pickups |
| Waymo | Driverless cars in the central Valley; app-based |
| Lyft | Reliable alternative |
- Street hailing is rare; book through an app. Taxis cost more than rideshare and wait times can be long.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)
Free PHX Sky Train to 44th St/Washington light rail, then about $2 to downtown, 25–35 min; Uber or taxi about $15–30, 15–25 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Lime e-scooters in downtown, Tempe and Scottsdale. Dangerous in heat; helmets advisable.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences work for visitors in most states; carry an IDP if yours isn't in English. Under-25s pay rental surcharges.
- Onward travel in United States: Distances are long, so domestic flights are usually fastest. Amtrak works well in the Northeast Corridor; buses are cheapest. Outside big cities you often need a car.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Phoenix?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Waymo, Lyft.
What's the best way to get around Phoenix?
Valley Metro light rail links downtown, Tempe, Mesa and the airport via Sky Train; everything else is easiest by Uber, Lyft or Waymo, or a rental car.
How do I get from the airport to Phoenix?
Free PHX Sky Train to 44th St/Washington light rail, then about $2 to downtown, 25–35 min; Uber or taxi about $15–30, 15–25 min.
Is Phoenix walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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