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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Julian is to drive which costs $65 - $110 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Julian is to shuttle and fly and drive which takes 5h 27m and costs $190 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Julian?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Julian. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Washington St & Hwy 78 via Phoenix Bus Station and El Cajon Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

How far is it from Tucson to Julian?

The distance between Tucson and Julian is 453 miles. The road distance is 384.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Julian without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 48m and costs $65 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Tucson to Julian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Julian bus from?

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

Where does the Tucson to Julian bus arrive?

Tucson to Julian bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Julian?

Julian is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 8:21 AM in Tucson and 7:21 AM in Julian.

Can I drive from Tucson to Julian?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Julian is 384 miles. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Tucson to Julian.

Where can I stay near Julian?

There are 40+ hotels available in Julian.

Tucson to Julian - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Tucson to Julian by plane, bus, train, taxi, car, shuttle, or bus (Flixbus, 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 Tucson to San Diego International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)TUS - SAN
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78
7h 18m
$91–575
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Yuma Amtrak
2. Take the bus from 3rd Street @ Gila Street to 7th Street @ State Street10
3. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Center
4. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78891
12h 48m
$66–342
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceanside
3. Take the taxi from Escondido Transit Center to Julian
14h 27m
$206–529
Drive 382.1 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Julian382.1 mi
6h 19m
$70–101
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)PHX - CLD
3. Drive from Carlsbad-Airport-CLD to Julian
5h 27m
$194–479
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Palm Springs International Airport, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)PHX - PSP
3. Drive from Indio-Palm-Springs-Airport-PSP to Julian
6h 19m
$212–581
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to San Diego International Airport, bus
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
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78
8h 29m
$601–1,260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to El Cajon Transit Center
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78891
13h 16m
$70–142

Tucson to Julian by train and bus

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12h 48mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 450.2 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Tucson to Washington St & Hwy 78 via Phoenix Bus Station and El Cajon Transit Center in around 13h 16m.

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