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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Malibu is to train which costs $45 - $80 and takes 11h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Malibu is to fly and tram and line 134 bus which takes 5h 51m and costs $55 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Patsaouras Transit Plaza and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Tucson to Malibu?

The distance between Tucson and Malibu is 496 miles. The road distance is 516.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Malibu without a car is to train which takes 11h 47m and costs $45 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Tucson to Malibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Malibu bus from?

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

Train or bus from Tucson to Malibu?

The best way to get from Tucson to Malibu is to train which takes 11h 47m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $140 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Tucson to Malibu bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Tucson and Malibu?

Malibu is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 1:29 PM in Tucson and 12:29 PM in Malibu.

Can I drive from Tucson to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Malibu is 517 miles. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from Tucson to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 252+ hotels available in Malibu.

Tucson to Malibu - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, and line 134 bus

There are 7 ways to get from Tucson to Malibu by plane, tram, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or subway

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 Los Angeles International Airport, tram, line 134 bus
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane TUS - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus
5h 51m
$55–318
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
11h 47m
$48–78
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2054
12h 40m
$54–131
Drive 513.9 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Malibucar 513.9 mi
8h 26m
$94–136
Bus to Phoenix, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane PHX - LAX
6h 57m
$172–697
Bus to Phoenix, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, subway, tram, line 134 bus
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane PHX - BUR
3. Take the subway from North Hollywood Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
4. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
5. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus
7h 47m
$262–645
Bus via Tucson
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Downtownbus Guadalajara
14h 21m
$57–83

Tucson to Malibu by train, bus, and tram (Amtrak)

6Weekly Services

11h 47mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 493 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angeles 6 times a week. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 9h 20m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $50–130 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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