Travel & Arrival Support
Learn more about your options for travel and arrival to our Goodyear campus.
We aim to make your travel and arrival experience as smooth as possible. For new students arriving to our Goodyear campus, please review below your options for travel and arrival services.
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the main gateway for students traveling to Avila University Arizona. Located approximately 25 miles (a 30-minute drive) from our Goodyear campus, the airport offers various transportation options to get you to campus.
Getting to Goodyear from the airport (PHX):
- Shuttle services: Several shuttle companies offer direct transfers from PHX to Goodyear. You may book in advance for convenience.
- Rideshare apps: Uber and Lyft can provide door-to-door service from the airport to Goodyear.
- Public transportation: Valley Metro bus routes connect the airport to Goodyear. Note that travel times may vary.


Commuting in Goodyear
Valley Metro Bus Service
Valley Metro offers bus services connecting Goodyear with surrounding areas, making it easy for students to commute. Routes are designed to connect to key points, including Phoenix, Avondale, and the broader West Valley. The buses operate regularly, with easy-to-use maps and
schedules available online.
Transportation options in Goodyear include the 562 Goodyear Express and the 3 Van Buren St routes, which offer the following services:
- 562 Goodyear Express: This route operates only during peak times from Monday to Friday, with three trips in the morning from Goodyear to downtown Phoenix at 6:11 a.m., 6:30 a.m., and 6:58 a.m., arriving at the State Capitol, Phoenix at 7:10 a.m., 7:30 a.m., and 7:58 a.m., respectively. In the evening, there are three buses from downtown Phoenix to Goodyear, departing at 3:55 p.m., 4:20 p.m., and 4:49 p.m., and arriving in Goodyear at 4:45 p.m., 5:10 p.m., and 5:39 p.m., respectively, providing a direct but limited connection to Phoenix.
- 3 Van Buren St Route: The Valley Metro bus’s Route 3-Van Buren St line operates multiple buses throughout the day during weekdays and weekends. From 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., there are buses from La Canada Boulevard in Goodyear to downtown Phoenix every 20 minutes from Monday to Friday. Similarly, buses run every 20 minutes throughout the day from downtown Phoenix to La Canada Boulevard in Goodyear. On weekends, buses operate every 20 to 30 minutes between Goodyear and downtown Phoenix.
Helpful Tips:
- You can plan your route and find schedules directly through the Valley Metro website.
- Download the Valley Metro app for real-time tracking and route planning:
- Valley Metro on the App Store (apple.com)
- Valley Metro - Apps on Google Play
- Learn more about the Valley Metro app: Introducing Smart Fare
- Explore the transit route map here.
WeRIDE Carpooling Service in Goodyear
Once you’re in Goodyear, WeRIDE provides an app-based carpooling service operating within Goodyear and Avondale. The service runs Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering convenient rides for just $2 per trip. Reduced fares are available for students, seniors, veterans, and disabled riders. You can book rides through the WeRIDE app or by calling the dispatch center, with real-time tracking available.
For more details or to use the service, visit the WeRIDE website.
Learn more by watching this video.
You can download the app and book or schedule your ride using the WeRIDE app:
Explore Goodyear WeRIDE Virtual Stops

For any travel-related inquiries or assistance, please contact our Student Services team at studentservices@avilaarizona.com.
We wish you safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you to Avila University Arizona!