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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to California is to bus via Tucson which costs $60 - $90 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to California is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $470 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to California. However, there are services departing from Broadway/Country Club and arriving at Los Angeles Downtown via 6th Av/Pennington and Tucson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tucson Amtrak Station station and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Tucson to California?

The distance between Tucson and California is 385 miles. The road distance is 490.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to California without a car is to train which takes 10h 20m and costs $150 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Tucson to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to California bus from?

Tucson to California bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to California train from?

Tucson to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tucson Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to California?

The best way to get from Tucson to California is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $470 - $800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $320 and takes 10h 20m, you could also bus via Tucson, which costs $60 - $90 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Tucson to California bus arrive?

Tucson to California bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Tucson to California train arrive?

Tucson to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tucson to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to California is 490 miles. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Tucson to California.

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

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Where can I stay near California?

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There are 10 ways to get from Tucson to California by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Fly Tucson to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane TUS - SAN
3h 30m
$472–755
Bus via Tucson
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Downtownbus Guadalajara
11h 27m
$60–90
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
10h 20m
$150–320
Drive 487.4 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Los Angelescar 487.4 mi
7h 48m
$89–129
Fly Tucson to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane TUS - SNA
3h 42m
$125–535
Fly Tucson to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane TUS - LAX
4h 2m
$507–1,113
Fly Tucson to San Francisco International Airport
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane TUS - SFO
4h 51m
$221–764
Bus to Phoenix, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
4h 46m
$137–331
Bus to Phoenix, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane PHX - SNA
4h 36m
$170–751
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Downtown Los Angelesbus Nogales
11h 52m
$90–120

Tucson to California by train (Amtrak)

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10h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 382.9 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angeles 6 times a week. Tickets cost $150–320 and the journey takes 10h 20m.

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