What is the cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Tucson?

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Tucson is to drive which costs $300 - $440 and takes 30h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brainerd to Tucson?

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Tucson is to bus and fly which takes 8h 56m and costs $370 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Brainerd and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Brainerd to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Brainerd and arriving at Tucson via Minneapolis, Des Moines, Kansas City, Tulsa Bus Station and Phoenix Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 35m.

How far is it from Brainerd to Tucson?

The distance between Brainerd and Tucson is 1421 miles. The road distance is 1679.5 miles.

How do I travel from Brainerd to Tucson without a car?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Tucson without a car is to bus which takes 45h 35m and costs $180 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Brainerd to Tucson?

It takes approximately 9h 24m to get from Brainerd to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brainerd to Tucson bus from?

Brainerd to Tucson bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Brainerd station.

Bus or fly from Brainerd to Tucson?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Tucson is to bus which takes 45h 35m and costs $180 - $650. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $270 - $1,300 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Brainerd to Tucson bus arrive?

Brainerd to Tucson bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Brainerd and Tucson?

Tucson is 1h behind Brainerd. It is currently 2:31 AM in Brainerd and 1:31 AM in Tucson.

Can I drive from Brainerd to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Tucson is 1679 miles. It takes approximately 30h 30m to drive from Brainerd to Tucson.

Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 581+ hotels available in Tucson.

Brainerd to Tucson - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Brainerd to Tucson by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Phoenix (PHX)BRD - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Station
9h 24m
$292–805
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolis
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
4. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsa
5. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
6. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tucson
45h 35m
$188–638
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to St. Paul
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstaff
4. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tucson Downtown
2d 2h
$268–881
Drive 1,669.7 mi
1. Drive from Brainerd to Tucson1,669.7 mi
30h 30m
$305–441
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly to Tucson
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Tucson (TUS)MSP - TUS
8h 56m
$370–1,560
Fly Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport to Tucson
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Tucson (TUS)BRD - TUS
9h 42m
$278–1,221
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Phoenix (PHX)MSP - PHX
3. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Station
10h 19m
$414–894
Taxi, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the taxi from Brainerd to Staples Station
2. Take the train from Staples Station to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tucson Amtrak Station
2d 21h
$379–1,461
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tucson Amtrak Station
2d 22h
$307–1,533

Brainerd to Tucson by bus

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45h 35mAverage Duration

$188Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,412.6 mi
Duration: 9h 24m

What companies run services between Brainerd, MN, USA and Tucson, AZ, USA?

You can take a bus from Brainerd to Tucson via Minneapolis, Des Moines, Kansas City, Tulsa Bus Station, and Phoenix Bus Station in around 45h 35m. Alternatively, Delta, Sun Country Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Tucson (TUS) 3 times a day.

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