Cottonwood to Phoenix Shuttle

Shuttle From Cottonwood to Phoenix AZ

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Pricing / Fares (Cottonwood)

How much does it cost to go from PHX or Cottonwood AZ?

It depends on the addresses you enter and the number of people. Check rates by clicking any of the buttons above or below that say "Check Rates". There are different options under "Select Service" like "To Airport" or "From Airport" and "One Way" or "Round Trip". Choose the option called "Any Address" for non-airport transportation in between any two addresses in Arizona. Rates are total, not per person. Enter the promo code "ONLINE" for one way trips to save 10%, or book a round trip to save more both ways.

How do I get an accurate quote?

• Step 1 - You can just type in the city to check rates, but we recommend entering the full address to get an accurate quote since we have special rates for certain zip codes and most pricing is mileage based. Feel free to call us if you have any questions. Once you fill in the addresses, click "View Rates".
• Step 2 - We include pricing for Taxi, Airport Shuttle and Black Car Service, so you can compare costs and have more options. Choose the type of service you want with the correct number of passengers. Once a price comes up and you're happy, click "Reserve Now"
• Step 3 - It's always a good idea to enter your name, cell phone and email to save your quote and automatically get a copy sent to your email. That way we can easily look up your quote by name when you call and finish up your reservation when you're ready. Just click "Continue"
• Step 4 - The website won't actually book anything until you enter a credit or debit card on the final booking screen. You will automatically receive a confirmation email with all the details after you click "Confirm My Reservation".

How do I save money?

Please enter the full address to get the most accurate rates between Phoenix and Cottonwood. Book a round trip and you'll receive 10% off each way. If it's a one way use promo code ONLINE to save 10%. This promo code is only valid on one way trips. If you're booking a round trip you automatically save 10% each way, so use discount code NONSTOP instead to receive a free upgrade to non-stop.

What are the benefits of using our service?

Door to door airport shuttle service is included on all our Cottonwood trips. Usually trips are non-stop in a nicer vehicle. We pick you up at your home anytime 24/7. We normally take you straight home, which is very different from other shuttle companies that leave you at a bus stop and stop and wait at intermediate points for hours. We also don't pack you in with 8-15 people you don't know and stop everywhere.

Does it cost anything to make changes to my reservation?

You can always change the date and time of your reservation at no cost. If you don't know the exact address in Cottonwood, you can enter the city for now to reserve it, and give us the full address later. If you don't know your flight number, you can estimate the time and update the flight number and time later via phone, email or text.

Our Better Vehicles

What type of vehicle will pick me up?

We send an airport shuttle (4+ passengers) or a nice car (1-3 passengers) anytime and take you to or from any address in Arizona, not just PHX. Our vehicles are clean and newer. Most vehicles are luxury and full size. We have Mercedes Sprinters, Chrysler 300's, Lexus ES300 Hybrids, Lincoln MKZ's, and a variety of other vehicles to meet your needs.

Our Pickup Locations

Your shuttle picks up where it says Prearranged. If you are in a wheelchair, do not allow your attendant to leave you anywhere except Prearranged. The signs are easy to see and they are always at the outer curb. Sometimes security will send people to the wrong place, so it's better to follow the directions below. PHX also won't allow drivers to walk more than 15 feet away from their vehicle or wait, so good communication is essential. Turn on your cell phone and take it off of airplane mode, so your driver can call or text you. If you don't recognize the number, it's probably your driver.

Terminal 3 Prearranged is across the crosswalk from Door 6 and to the right, south side of the building.

Terminal 4 Prearranged is across the crosswalk from Door 3, north side of the building, first floor. The sign says "Prearranged Vehicles 3 NORTH".

To and From Any Address (One Way)

What kind of transportation services do you offer?

We offer a Cottonwood to Phoenix Shuttle, a Phoenix to Cottonwood Shuttle, and other types of Cottonwood transportation like black car and taxi. We customize our Phoenix shuttle service to your needs by offering different options like Phoenix shuttles, black car services, and taxi. We offer many types of vehicles, and different options to make your experience great.

Things You Should Know

Does it make sense to take an Uber or Lyft?

Uber and Lyft drivers often cancel once they arrive at your house in Cottonwood or Phoenix, because the app doesn't tell them where they are going until they arrive at your home. Usually they don't want to drive that far and not get paid for two hours to drive back, or they are unavailable to work for that long. This may result in you missing your flight after 2-3 of them cancel in a row, and they charge you $5 for each cancellation. You then try to contact Uber or Lyft over the next week to get a refund, and they don't even have a phone number.

Another thing to consider is that Uber and Lyft drivers are never interviewed, so you may get a depressed guy complaining about his life, a tiny car with no leg room or a creeper. Uber and Lyft also do not train their drivers and Sky Harbor is moderately confusing to most people, so they usually have no idea where to go.

How reliable is the Greyhound bus or an Arizona shuttle with a lot of people?

Other shuttle companies that do shared rides to Cottonwood will try to pick you up an hour or two earlier, but they make no promises about when you will actually get to PHX. If you're on a tight schedule, the shared ride option with Arizona shuttle or the Cottonwood Greyhound is probably not a good idea. Extra stops and scheduling with other passengers can either make you too early or potentially late. Even with great drivers, passengers can be unpredictable and end up making everyone miss their flight.

The distance from Phoenix to Cottonwood AZ is 103 miles, which is approximately a 1 hour and 46 minute drive.

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Mode of Transport	Estimated Cost (USD)	Travel Time	Notes
Driving (Personal Vehicle)	$18 – $28 (fuel)	1h 47m	Most flexible; route via SR‑260 → I‑17 → I‑10. Expect longer times during rush hour.
Bus (Arizona Shuttle / Groome Transportation)	$55 – $100	2h 30m – 3h 55m	Daily departures; pickup at hotels in Cottonwood/Sedona area. Book online.
Taxi (The K Car)	$90 – $110	~48 min	Direct service; price fixed. Available 24/7.
Private Shuttle (Airport Shuttles of Phoenix)	Varies (often $75 – $130 per person)	~2 h	Door‑to‑door; offers round‑trip discount. Best to compare apps.

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Quick Answer: How to Travel from Cottonwood to Phoenix

Quick Answer: How to Travel from Cottonwood to Phoenix

Whether you need a quick commute to Phoenix for business, a flight out of Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), or a day of city attractions, several travel options link the small town of Cottonwood with Arizona’s capital. The most common route follows State Route 260 (SR‑260) east to Interstate 17 (I‑17), then south into Phoenix. The total distance is roughly 146 miles (source: distance‑cities.com) and the drive takes about 1 hour 47 minutes under normal traffic (source: Rome2Rio). If you prefer not to drive, you can choose between scheduled bus service, a private shuttle, or a taxi, each with its own cost and travel‑time profile.

Driving Distance & Route: Cottonwood to Phoenix

Key Highways and Exits

Starting in downtown Cottonwood, head east on Main Street/Gurley Street which becomes SR‑260 after about a mile. Stay on SR‑260 for roughly 22 miles until you reach the town of Camp Verde, where SR‑260 merges with I‑17 at Exit 289. From there, continue south on I‑17 for about 115 miles, passing the communities of Rock Springs, Black Canyon City, and Anthem. Near the Duncanville Road exit, I‑17 meets the I‑10/I‑17 interchange in Phoenix. For downtown destinations, follow I‑10 west; for the airport, stay on I‑17 south to the Washington Street exit and follow signs to PHX. Landmarks such as Montezuma Castle National Monument (just north of Camp Verde) and Tuzigoot National Monument near Clarkdale make convenient side stops if you have extra time.

Estimated Travel Time & Fuel Cost

Under ideal conditions the drive takes 1 hour 47 minutes (source: Rome2Rio). However, Phoenix’s rush‑hour traffic—typically