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

The cheapest way to get from Escondido to Tucson is to train which costs $70 - $120 and takes 15h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Escondido to Tucson is to bus and fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $140 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Escondido and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Escondido to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center and arriving at Tucson via Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Bl, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Phoenix Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Escondido and Tucson?

No, there is no direct train from Escondido to Tucson station. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center and arriving at Tucson Amtrak Station via Oceanside and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 31m.

How far is it from Escondido to Tucson?

The distance between Escondido and Tucson is 425 miles. The road distance is 419.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Escondido to Tucson without a car is to bus via Phoenix which takes 13h 1m and costs $70 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Escondido to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Tucson bus from?

Escondido to Tucson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Tucson train from?

Escondido to Tucson train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Train, bus or fly from Escondido to Tucson?

The best way to get from Escondido to Tucson is to bus via Phoenix which takes 13h 1m and costs $70 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $120 and takes 15h 31m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $750 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Escondido to Tucson bus arrive?

Escondido to Tucson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Escondido and Tucson?

Tucson is 1h ahead of Escondido. It is currently 8:17 PM in Escondido and 9:17 PM in Tucson.

Where does the Escondido to Tucson train arrive?

Escondido to Tucson train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Escondido to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Escondido to Tucson is 420 miles. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Escondido to Tucson.

Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 644+ hotels available in Tucson.

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

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

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

Bus to San Diego International Airport, fly to Tucson
best
1. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to India St & C Stbus
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tucson (TUS)plane SAN - TUS
5h 9m
$144–960
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
15h 31m
$72–112
Bus via Phoenix
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0851
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tucsonbus FlixBus 2054
13h 1m
$74–175
Drive 417.1 mi
1. Drive from Escondido to Tucsoncar 417.1 mi
6h 43m
$77–110
Fly Mcclellan–Palomar Airport to Tucson
1. Fly from Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) to Tucson (TUS)plane CLD - TUS
7h 6m
$104–712
Bus to San Diego International Airport, fly to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to India St & C Stbus
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SAN - PHX
3. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Stationshuttle
6h 38m
$788–1,344
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Tucson
1. Take the bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to LAX Terminal 3 Upper Level dropoffbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson (TUS)plane LAX - TUS
7h 3m
$132–642
Fly Mcclellan–Palomar Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane CLD - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Stationshuttle
6h 42m
$194–536
Bus
1. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to India St & C Stbus 235
2. Take the bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Tucsonbus Cbx
18h 59m
$108–158

Escondido to Tucson by bus

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13h 1mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Escondido to Tucson.

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Distance: 422.1 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Escondido, CA, USA and Tucson, AZ, USA?

You can take a bus from Escondido Transit Center to Tucson via Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr, Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Bl, Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Phoenix Bus Station in around 13h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Escondido Transit Center to Tucson Amtrak Station via Oceanside Transit Center, Oceanside, and Los Angeles in around 15h 31m.

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