Cottonwood to Phoenix Airport Shuttle
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How is Your Service Different?
- Any Address - We pick you up at your home, hotel or PHX.
- Better - most rides are non-stop in a nice car.
- Flexible - we pick you up on your schedule 24/7.
- Safer - we don't leave you at a bus stop and we have better drivers.
- Faster - most rides take half the time and it's just you in the vehicle.
- More Convenient - door to door and no need to arrange or pay for other companies to get home.
- Affordable - once you add it all up, it's the same price.
Our Daily Schedule
What is your daily schedule?
We pick you up on your schedule 24/7. Our professional shuttle drivers are normally 5-10 minutes early at your home in Phoenix and Cottonwood, or right on time at PHX. You get to pick the time we pick you up.
What is my pickup time at the airport?
We normally pick you up 30 minutes after your plane lands in Phoenix for domestic flights, or 45 minutes after for international flights.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Pickup times automatically adjust to 30 minutes after you land in Phoenix if your flight is delayed for domestic flights, or 45 minutes after you land for international flights.
What happens if my flight arrives early?
Call or send us a text if you want us to pick you up early, and we will let your driver know that you are ready to be picked up. Otherwise, we will pick you up at the scheduled time on your reservation.
How soon should I make a reservation?
Although there is no set rule that prevents you from booking a Cottonwood to Phoenix Shuttle last minute, it's a good idea to make your shuttle reservation as soon as possible to make sure a driver is available and prevent any delays.
How long does it take to go from Phoenix to Cottonwood?
Trips to and from Cottonwood in normal traffic are about 2 hours versus about 4 hours on the bus or a shuttle with a bunch of people. Rush hour in Phoenix will normally add 15-45 minutes (30 minutes on the average).
What time should I be picked up?
3.5-4 hours before your flight is normally enough time. PHX recommends you to be there 2 hours early to get through security and to your plane. Boarding usually starts 30 minutes before your plane takes off. However, one hour and thirty minutes is normally enough time. So if the drive from Cottonwood to Phoenix takes about 2 hours, then 3.5-4 hours before your flight takes off is normally good.
Our Better Drivers
Who are your drivers?
Most of our shuttle drivers have been driving professionally with the public for more than 10 years. They have excellent people skills and are usually very knowledgeable about the area (what to do, best restaurants, history and attractions). Some of our shuttle drivers are also professional tour guides that go to the Grand Canyon, Cottonwood, Phoenix, and many other destinations.
We have high standards for our shuttle drivers including safety, reliability and customer service. They are very helpful with bags. They get the door for you. All drivers go through extensive background checks with Sky Harbor in order to pick up passengers.
We also train them by driving them through PHX, explaining all the rules, and showing them where to pick people up and drop people off.
Our Great Company
With more than 100,000 customers and many years in business since 2015, Airport Shuttle of Phoenix owns Cottonwood to Phoenix Shuttle, and has drivers all over the State of Arizona. Our main office is 5 minutes from PHX in Phoenix, AZ.
Main Office
4600 E Washington St Ste 300
Phoenix, AZ 85034
2018 - 2023 Travel and Hospitality Award Winner
Testimonials and Reviews
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Quick Answer: How to Travel from Cottonwood to Phoenix
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| Mode of Transport | Estimated Cost (USD) | Travel Time | Notes |
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| 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
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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.
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Under ideal conditions the drive takes 1 hour 47 minutes (source: Rome2Rio). However, Phoenix’s rush‑hour traffic—typically

