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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Tucson is to bus via 12th Av/Canada St which costs $45 - $75 and takes 11h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Tucson is to train and fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $110 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Vine Street Mobility Hub and arriving at Tucson via San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Riverside to Tucson?

The distance between Riverside and Tucson is 450 miles. The road distance is 437.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Tucson without a car is to bus which takes 9h 36m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 9h 36m to get from Riverside to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Tucson bus from?

Riverside to Tucson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Train, bus or fly from Riverside to Tucson?

The best way to get from Riverside to Tucson is to bus which takes 9h 36m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $600 and takes 11h 9m, you could also fly, which costs $140 - $850 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Riverside to Tucson bus arrive?

Riverside to Tucson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Tucson station.

What is the time difference between Riverside and Tucson?

Tucson is 1h ahead of Riverside. It is currently 7:16 AM in Riverside and 8:16 AM in Tucson.

Can I drive from Riverside to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Tucson is 438 miles. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Riverside to Tucson.

Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 597+ hotels available in Tucson.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Riverside to Tucson by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, train, 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 (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to TucsonFlixBus 2054
9h 36m
$70–142
Bus via 12th Av/Canada St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to TucsonSan Jose / ...
11h 51m
$48–74
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ontario Amtrak to Tucson Amtrak StationTexas Eagle / ...
11h 9m
$50–600
Drive 435.1 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Tucson435.1 mi
6h 57m
$80–115
Fly Ontario International Airport to Tucson
1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Tucson (TUS)ONT - TUS
5h 45m
$142–852
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Tucson
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson (TUS)LAX - TUS
5h 29m
$117–628
Fly Ontario International Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Phoenix (PHX)ONT - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Station
5h 30m
$206–596
Train, line 43 bus to John Wayne Airport Orange County, fly to Tucson
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Fullerton
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 to Harbor And Macarthur
3. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Tucson (TUS)SNA - TUS
7h
$132–764
Train, train to San Diego International Airport, fly to Tucson
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Ana
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
3. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tucson (TUS)SAN - TUS
7h 34m
$175–943

Riverside to Tucson by bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Buses

9h 36mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 447.4 mi
Duration: 9h 36m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Tucson once daily. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 8h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ontario Amtrak to Tucson Amtrak Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $50–600 and the journey takes 9h 44m.

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