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

The cheapest way to get from Surprise to Tucson is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surprise to Tucson is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Surprise and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Surprise to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Surprise PNR and arriving at Tucson via Van Buren St & Central Av and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Surprise to Tucson?

The distance between Surprise and Tucson is 140 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

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

The best way to get from Surprise to Tucson without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 52m and costs $150 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Surprise to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surprise to Tucson bus from?

Surprise to Tucson bus services, operated by Valley Metro, depart from Surprise PNR station.

Where does the Surprise to Tucson bus arrive?

Surprise to Tucson bus services, operated by Valley Metro, arrive at Van Buren St & 1st Av station.

Can I drive from Surprise to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Surprise to Tucson is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Surprise to Tucson.

Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 632+ hotels available in Tucson.

Surprise to Tucson - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, line 571 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Surprise to Tucson by taxi, train, bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or plane

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

Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Surprise to Maricopa Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
2h 52m
$154–187
Drive 136.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Surprise to Tucsoncar 136.2 mi
2h 23m
$25–36
Line 571 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Thunderbird Rd & Primrose to Van Buren St & 1st Avbus 571
2. Take the bus from Tempe to Tucson Downtownbus FlixBus 2042 / ...
4h 29m
$31–39
Line 571 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Thunderbird Rd & Primrose to Van Buren St & 1st Avbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Tucson (TUS)plane PHX - TUS
4h 26m
$84–654
Line 571 bus, bus via Phoenix
1. Take the bus from Surprise PNR to Van Buren St & 1st Avbus 571
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Tucsonbus FlixBus 2054 / ...
4h 33m
$30–44

Surprise to Tucson by bus, foot, and tram

15Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.6 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Surprise, AZ, USA and Tucson, AZ, USA?

You can take a bus from Thunderbird Rd & Primrose to Tucson Downtown via Van Buren St & 1st Av, Downtown Phx Hub/Jefferson St, University Dr/Rural Rd, and Tempe in around 4h 29m.

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