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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to California is to bus via Tucson which costs $50 - $80 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to California is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs $85 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and California?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tucson and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tucson Amtrak Station station and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Tucson to California?

The distance between Tucson and California is 385 miles. The road distance is 490.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to California without a car is to bus which takes 9h 19m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Tucson to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to California bus from?

Tucson to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to California train from?

Tucson to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tucson Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to California?

The best way to get from Tucson to California is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs $85 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $100 and takes 9h 19m, you could also train, which costs $45 - $340 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Tucson to California bus arrive?

Tucson to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Tucson and California?

California is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 9:44 AM in Tucson and 8:44 AM in California.

Where does the Tucson to California train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tucson to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to California is 490 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Tucson to California.

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

Book your Tucson to California train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tucson to California?

Book your Tucson to California bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 3277+ hotels available in California.

Tucson to California - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 10 ways to get from Tucson to California by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or bus

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

Fly Tucson to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)TUS - SAN
3h 37m
$87–555
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los AngelesTexas Eagle / ...
9h 20m
$45–340
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2054
9h 19m
$55–100
Drive 487.4 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Los Angeles487.4 mi
7h 46m
$89–129
Fly Tucson to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)TUS - LAX
4h 38m
$61–324
Fly Tucson to San Francisco International Airport
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)TUS - SFO
5h 3m
$75–363
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)PHX - SAN
4h 48m
$597–1,240
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Long Beach Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)PHX - LGB
5h 40m
$192–477
Fly Tucson to John Wayne Airport Orange County, line 76 bus, line 43 bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)TUS - SNA
2. Take the bus from Airport-Arrival Terminal to Macarthur-Harbor
3. Take the bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Harbor-East Shuttle Area
6h 20m
$81–476
Bus via Tucson
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles DowntownGuadalajara
11h 27m
$50–80

Tucson to California by bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Buses

9h 19mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 382.9 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

Southwest Airlines and American Airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals once daily. Tickets cost $55–100 and the journey takes 9h 19m.

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