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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Tucson is to bus which costs $280 - $550 and takes 40h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Tucson is to train and fly which takes 8h 26m and costs $230 - $1,000.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Tucson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Tucson Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Bloomington to Tucson?

The distance between Bloomington and Tucson is 1375 miles. The road distance is 1587 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Tucson without a car is to bus and train which takes 37h 20m and costs $500 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 9m to get from Bloomington to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Tucson bus from?

Bloomington to Tucson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Tucson train from?

Bloomington to Tucson train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bloomington to Tucson?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Tucson is to fly which takes 9h 9m and costs $170 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $280 - $550 and takes 40h 58m, you could also train, which costs $650 - $1,400 and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Bloomington to Tucson bus arrive?

Bloomington to Tucson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

What is the time difference between Bloomington and Tucson?

Tucson is 2h behind Bloomington. It is currently 2:15 AM in Bloomington and 12:15 AM in Tucson.

Where does the Bloomington to Tucson train arrive?

Bloomington to Tucson train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tucson Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Tucson is 1587 miles. It takes approximately 26h 25m to drive from Bloomington to Tucson.

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

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Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 824+ hotels available in Tucson.

Bloomington to Tucson - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Broadway/Country Club via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, St Louis Bus Station, Phoenix Bus Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station and Downtown Ronstadt Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 58m.

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There are 7 ways to get from Bloomington to Tucson by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
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1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Tucson (TUS)plane BMI - TUS
9h 9m
$171–751
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Flagstafftrain
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tucson Downtownbus
37h 20m
$543–1,099
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Tucson Downtownbus
40h 58m
$287–552
Drive 1,577.8 mi
1. Drive from Bloomington to Tucsoncar 1,577.8 mi
26h 25m
$288–416
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Summit Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tucson (TUS)plane MDW - TUS
8h 26m
$239–977
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tucson (TUS)plane ORD - TUS
9h 6m
$202–787
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2d 4h
$650–1,400

Bloomington to Tucson by bus and train

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Distance: 1,366.6 mi
Duration: 9h 9m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Tucson, AZ, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Tucson (TUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloomington-Normal to Broadway/Country Club via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, St Louis Bus Station, Phoenix Bus Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, Tucson Downtown, and Downtown Ronstadt Center in around 40h 58m.

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