New River to Phoenix Shuttle

Shuttle From Phoenix to New River AZ

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Pricing / Fares (New River)

How much does it cost to go from Phoenix or New River?

It depends on the addresses you enter and the number of people. You can 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". You can also choose the option called "Any Address" for non-airport transportation in between any two addresses in Arizona. Rates are total, not per person. You can also 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 PHX and New River AZ or vice versa. Book a round trip and you'll get 10% off each way. If it's a one way you can 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 you can use discount code NONSTOP instead to get a free upgrade to non-stop.

What are the benefits of using our service?

Door to door service is included on all our trips. Usually trips are non-stop in a nicer vehicle. We can pick you up at your home anytime 24/7. We normally take you straight home, which is very different from other 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, 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 can send a shuttle (4+ passengers) or a nice car (1-3 passengers) anytime and take you to or from any address in Arizona, not just the airport. 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

Hi, 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 airport security will send people to the wrong place, so it's better to follow the directions below. The airport 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 shuttle from Phoenix to New River, and a shuttle from New River to Phoenix, and other types of transportation like black car and taxi. We customize our service to your needs by offering different options like 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, because the app doesn't tell them where they are going until they arrive at your home. Usually drivers 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 each time for the 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 the airport 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?

Companies that do shared rides will try to pick you up an hour or two earlier, but they make no promises about when you will actually get to the airport. If you're on a tight schedule, the shared ride option with Arizona shuttle or the 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.

New River AZ is a beautiful area full of land with amazing views and wonderful homes for residents. New River is a growing city with many neighborhoods and restaurants.

The distance between Phoenix and New River AZ is 35.1 miles, which is approximately a 38 minute drive.

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Distance and Driving Time

The straight‑line distance between New River and downtown Phoenix is roughly 35 miles (≈ 56 km). When you drive non‑stop on Interstate 17 (Black Canyon Highway), the trip takes about 39 minutes under normal traffic conditions. According to current average fuel prices (≈ $4.35 per gallon of regular gasoline), the estimated fuel cost for this drive is $6 – $10 (source: distance‑cities.com). The journey releases approximately 28 pounds of CO₂, which translates to about 0.79 pounds of CO₂ per mile (source: distance‑cities.com).

Transportation Options Overview

Travelers can choose from several modes of transport, each with its own trade‑offs in time, cost, and convenience. Below is a quick summary of the most popular choices:

• Driving yourself – fastest door‑to‑door option; fuel cost estimate $6 – $10.
• Valley Metro bus – regular service, estimated fare $2, journey about 1 hour 13 minutes to 1 hour 29 minutes.
• Taxi + bus – combined trip takes roughly 57 minutes; estimated cost $40 – $55.
• Rideshare or shuttle – flexible timing, cost varies by provider.

Driving Your Own Vehicle

If you prefer the flexibility of a personal car, the route is straightforward. From New River, head south on North Valley Road to join AZ‑303 Loop, then transition onto I‑17 South. I‑17 runs directly into Phoenix, passing through the communities of Anthem and DeWitt before arriving at the downtown interchange near the 7th Street/7th Avenue exit. Traffic can be heavier during the morning (7‑9 am) and late afternoon (4‑6 pm) rush hours; using a real‑time traffic app can help you avoid delays (source: maps.google.com).

Public Bus with Valley Metro

Valley Metro operates the primary public bus service connecting the New River area to Phoenix. Buses depart from the 23rd Avenue & Happy Valley Road park‑and‑ride and travel to 19th Avenue & Jefferson Street, a central hub near downtown Phoenix. Service runs every 30 minutes throughout the day (source: rome2rio.com). The bus fare is estimated at about $2 per ride. For schedule details, you can contact Valley Metro at +1 (602) 253‑5000, email csr@valleymetro.org, or visit their website.

Connecting Tram (Light Rail) at Downtown Phoenix

Once you arrive at 19th Avenue & Jefferson Street, you can board the Valley Metro light‑rail tram. The tram departs from 19th Ave/Dunlap and heads to the Downtown Phoenix Hub/1st Ave station. Trams run approximately every 15 minutes, making it easy to continue onward to the Arizona State Capitol, the Phoenix Art Museum, or the Convention Center.

Taxi and Bus Combination

For travelers without a car who want a balance of speed and cost, a taxi to the nearest park‑and‑ride can be a good option. A taxi from New River to the Happy Valley Park‑and‑Ride takes about 28 minutes and the estimated fare ranges from $40 – $110 (source: rome2rio.com). From Happy Valley, you can board the Valley Metro bus toward downtown Phoenix, completing the trip in roughly 57 minutes total (including the taxi leg). This combined journey typically costs $40 – $55, making it a reasonable alternative when you factor in the convenience of door‑to‑door service.

Comparison of Travel Options

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