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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Tucson is to train which costs $130 - $290 and takes 27h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Tucson is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $300 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Houston to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Capitol St @ Smith St and arriving at Broadway/Country Club via Tornado Bus Co - Houston Airline Dr, El Paso, 6th Av/District and Downtown Ronstadt Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Houston and Tucson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Houston and arriving at Tucson Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 27h 5m.

How far is it from Houston to Tucson?

The distance between Houston and Tucson is 969 miles. The road distance is 1056.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Tucson without a car is to bus which takes 19h 37m and costs $190 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Houston to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houston to Tucson bus from?

Houston to Tucson bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Houston Airline Dr station.

Where do I catch the Houston to Tucson train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Houston to Tucson?

The best way to get from Houston to Tucson is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $300 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $360 and takes 19h 37m, you could also train, which costs $130 - $290 and takes 27h 5m.

Where does the Houston to Tucson bus arrive?

Houston to Tucson bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Houston and Tucson?

Tucson is 1h behind Houston. It is currently 4:41 AM in Houston and 3:41 AM in Tucson.

Where does the Houston to Tucson train arrive?

Houston to Tucson train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tucson Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Houston to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Tucson is 1056 miles. It takes approximately 16h 3m to drive from Houston to Tucson.

How do I get a train ticket from Houston to Tucson?

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Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 486+ hotels available in Tucson.

Houston to Tucson - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Houston to Tucson by plane, bus, 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.

Fly William P. Hobby Airport to Tucson
best
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Tucson (TUS)plane HOU - TUS
5h 36m
$303–1,603
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Houston to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain Sunset Limited
27h 5m
$130–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Houston Airline Dr to El Pasobus El Paso
2. Take the bus from El Paso to 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucsonbus El Paso / ...
19h 37m
$191–351
Drive 1,050 mi
1. Drive from Houston to Tucsoncar 1,050 mi
16h 3m
$192–277
Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tucson
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tucson (TUS)plane IAH - TUS
5h 52m
$163–854
Fly William P. Hobby Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Phoenix (PHX)plane HOU - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Stationshuttle
7h 20m
$327–1,087
Bus to College Station, fly to Tucson
1. Take the bus from Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St to College Station TAMUbus
2. Fly from College Station (CLL) to Tucson (TUS)plane CLL - TUS
8h 59m
$215–1,099
Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Phoenix (PHX)plane IAH - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Stationshuttle
7h 27m
$417–688

Houston to Tucson by train (Amtrak)

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27h 5mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Houston to Tucson.

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Distance: 963.2 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Tucson, AZ, USA?

Southwest Airlines and American Airlines fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Tucson (TUS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Capitol St @ Smith St to Broadway/Country Club via N Main St @ Airline Dr, Tornado Bus Co - Houston Airline Dr, El Paso, 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson, 6th Av/District, and Downtown Ronstadt Center in around 19h 37m.

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