What is the cheapest way to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory is to bus which costs $40 - $90 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Lowell Observatory?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tucson Downtown and arriving at Flagstaff Train Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Tucson to Lowell Observatory?

The distance between Tucson and Lowell Observatory is 265 miles. The road distance is 262.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tucson to Lowell Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory?

The bus from Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff Train Station takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Lowell Observatory bus from?

Tucson to Lowell Observatory bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson Downtown station.

Bus or fly from Tucson to Lowell Observatory?

The best way to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70 - $550 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Tucson to Lowell Observatory bus arrive?

Tucson to Lowell Observatory bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Flagstaff Train Station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Lowell Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Lowell Observatory is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Tucson to Lowell Observatory.

Where can I stay near Lowell Observatory?

There are 417+ hotels available in Lowell Observatory.

Tucson to Lowell Observatory - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Tucson to Lowell Observatory by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus, 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 Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff Train StationFlixBus 2047
5h 8m
$40–90
Drive 260.9 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Lowell Observatory260.9 mi
4h 11m
$48–69
Fly Tucson to Flagstaff
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Flagstaff (FLG)TUS - FLG
6h 12m
$72–515
Bus via Phoenix Airport (PHX)
1. Take the bus from University of Arizona to Sky Harbor International AirportGroome Transportation
2. Take the bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Flagstaff AmtrakGroome Transportation
6h 34m
$107–219
Fly Tucson to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Phoenix (PHX)TUS - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Flagstaff Amtrak
5h 56m
$264–784
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Flagstaff
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Flagstaff (FLG)PHX - FLG
5h 32m
$177–460

Tucson (TUS) to Flagstaff (FLG) flights

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3h 46mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263.9 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Lowell Observatory, AZ, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff Train Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Tucson (TUS) to Flagstaff (FLG) 4 times a day.

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