What is the cheapest way to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to bus which costs $80 - $180 and takes 16h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 25m and costs $200 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Vandenberg Space Force Base?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Vandenberg Air Force Base via Los Angeles Union Station, Cypress at N Nicholson and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 9m.

How far is it from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The distance between Tucson and Vandenberg Space Force Base is 608 miles. The road distance is 647.3 miles.

How do I travel from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base without a car?

The best way to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base without a car is to train which takes 14h 54m and costs $90 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus from?

Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The best way to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to fly which takes 7h and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $210 and takes 14h 54m, you could also bus, which costs $80 - $180 and takes 16h 9m.

Where does the Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus arrive?

Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base is 647 miles. It takes approximately 10h 35m to drive from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Where can I stay near Vandenberg Space Force Base?

There are 34+ hotels available in Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base - 9 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), 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 Santa Maria Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Santa Maria Airport (SMX)TUS - SMX
7h
$101–602
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa MariaFlixBus 2005
16h 9m
$81–172
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los AngelesTexas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Lompoc-Surf AmtrakPacific Surfliner
14h 54m
$90–207
Drive 643.5 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base643.5 mi
10h 35m
$118–170
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Santa Maria Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Santa Maria Airport (SMX)PHX - SMX
6h 25m
$201–537
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)PHX - SBA
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Santa Maria Airport, CA
8h 18m
$256–602
Fly Tucson to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)TUS - SBP
2. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Center
10h 30m
$104–608
Fly Tucson to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)TUS - LAX
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CA
9h 33m
$151–522
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to 612 Wall St - Los AngelesEl Paso / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Los Angeles to Santa MariaCbx
17h 30m
$122–174

Tucson to Vandenberg Space Force Base by bus (Flixbus)

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16h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 604.8 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Tucson (TUS) to Santa Maria Airport (SMX) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Vandenberg Space Force Base via Los Angeles and Lompoc-Surf Amtrak in around 14h 54m.

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