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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Tucson is to train which costs $50 - $460 and takes 12h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Tucson is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $110 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Main-Harvard and arriving at Tucson via Anaheim and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Tucson?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Tucson station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Tucson Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 42m.

How far is it from Irvine to Tucson?

The distance between Irvine and Tucson is 427 miles. The road distance is 476 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Tucson without a car is to train which takes 12h 42m and costs $50 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Irvine to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tucson bus from?

Irvine to Tucson bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Anaheim station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tucson train from?

Irvine to Tucson train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.

Train, bus or fly from Irvine to Tucson?

The best way to get from Irvine to Tucson is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $110 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $460 and takes 12h 42m, you could also bus, which costs $65 - $180 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Irvine to Tucson bus arrive?

Irvine to Tucson bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Irvine and Tucson?

Tucson is 1h ahead of Irvine. It is currently 9:30 AM in Irvine and 10:30 AM in Tucson.

Where does the Irvine to Tucson train arrive?

Irvine to Tucson train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Tucson is 476 miles. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Irvine to Tucson.

Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 529+ hotels available in Tucson.

Irvine to Tucson - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Irvine to Tucson by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, shuttle, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Tucson
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Tucson (TUS)SNA - TUS
2h 32m
$119–711
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union StationOC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Tucson Amtrak StationTexas Eagle / ...
12h 42m
$53–451
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anaheim to Los Angeles Union StationTijuana
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to TucsonFlixBus 2054
13h 5m
$65–172
Drive 473.3 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Tucson473.3 mi
7h 37m
$87–125
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Phoenix (PHX)SNA - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Station
3h 45m
$380–644
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Tucson
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson (TUS)LAX - TUS
5h 1m
$114–625
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Huntington ParkGreyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to TucsonSan José / ...
14h 37m
$114–172

Irvine to Tucson by train and foot

6Weekly Services

12h 42mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 424.8 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Tucson (TUS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tustin to Tucson Amtrak Station via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 12h 42m.

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