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

The cheapest way to get from California to Tucson is to bus which costs $55 - $80 and takes 9h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Tucson is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $120 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between California and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Downtown Los Angeles and arriving at Broadway/Country Club via 12th Av/Canada St and Downtown Ronstadt Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

Is there a direct train between California and Tucson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Tucson Amtrak Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 38m.

How far is it from California to Tucson?

The distance between California and Tucson is 440 miles. The road distance is 489.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Tucson without a car is to train which takes 9h 38m and costs $270 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from California to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Tucson bus from?

California to Tucson bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Downtown Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the California to Tucson train from?

California to Tucson train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train, bus or fly from California to Tucson?

The best way to get from California to Tucson is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $120 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $270 - $430 and takes 9h 38m, you could also bus, which costs $55 - $80 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the California to Tucson bus arrive?

California to Tucson bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Tucson station.

Where does the California to Tucson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from California to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Tucson is 490 miles. It takes approximately 7h 47m to drive from California to Tucson.

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

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Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 824+ hotels available in Tucson.

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Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Tucson (TUS)plane SNA - TUS
2h 52m
$122–492
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Tucsonbus San Jose / ...
9h 58m
$59–80
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
9h 38m
$270–430
Drive 487 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Tucsoncar 487 mi
7h 47m
$89–129
Fly from San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tucson (TUS)plane SAN - TUS
3h 41m
$402–755
Fly from Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson (TUS)plane LAX - TUS
4h
$348–713
Fly from San Francisco International Airport
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tucson (TUS)plane SFO - TUS
4h 57m
$211–763
Bus via 6th Av/District
1. Take the bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucsonbus Los Angeles / ...
11h 31m
$91–113

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What companies run services between California, USA and Tucson, AZ, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Tucson (TUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Tucson Amtrak Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $270–430 and the journey takes 9h 38m.

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