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Pima Air & Space Museum
World-renowned aviation museum with historic aircraft, hangars, and restoration spaces on a vast desert campus.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$109
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$112
Fastest journey on Sep 19
20 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
23 h 16 m
Buses on Sep 19
13
Distance
1271 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
It's difficult to get from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ without transferring at least once.
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· Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $167 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $167, while a flight costs an average of $544.
Distance: 789 miles (1271 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$167 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $544 Average price | $183 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 49m Average total duration 23h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 42m Average total duration 23h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $185.
A bus is $377 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $544.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Train takes on average 23h 12m.
Bus takes on average 23h 19m.
Tickets start at around $167 compared to roughly $183 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16. The journey takes 23h 19m versus 13h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 36h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 31h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 35h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· · | 3:40 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 20h20 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 36h20 | 6:35 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 36h05 | 6:20 PM Tucson, Downtown, AZ | 3 transfers | |
· | 8:15 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 24h40 | 6:55 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 8:20 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 29h10 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 8:40 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 28h50 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 2:05 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 29h20 | 5:25 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 2:25 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 23h05 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
+![]() | 7:55 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 23h30 | 5:25 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ run on average 11 times per day, taking around 23h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $106 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 789 miles (1271 km) distance in 18h 0m.
Distance 789 miles (1271 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Tucson, AZ — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tucson, AZ trip today.
World-renowned aviation museum with historic aircraft, hangars, and restoration spaces on a vast desert campus.
University art museum with strong Latin American, modern, and contemporary collections in a compact campus setting.
Interactive science museum for all ages with hands-on exhibits, planetarium, and rotating educational displays.
Popular mountain park with desert trails, giant cacti, and summit road views over Tucson and surrounding ranges.
Walkable historic district with adobe architecture, shops, galleries, and some of Tucson's oldest streetscapes.
Scenic desert road and trail area in Saguaro National Park West, famous for sunset drives and iconic cactus views.
A Sonoran-style hot dog wrapped in bacon and topped with beans, onions, tomato, mustard, mayo, and jalapeño sauce. A Tucson street-food icon tied to regional Mexican roots.
Carne seca is thin beef dried in the desert tradition, then often shredded and cooked with eggs or chiles. It reflects Tucson’s ranching and borderlands heritage.
A wheat tortilla folded around cheese and often grilled over mesquite. This regional staple shows Tucson’s long flour-tortilla tradition rooted in Sonoran cuisine.
Upscale destination for creative desert cuisine using Native and regional ingredients. Stylish setting with a strong focus on Tucson terroir.
Refined Southwestern dining at Hacienda Del Sol, known for regional ingredients, polished service, and a romantic desert setting.
Historic casual spot famous for Sonoran hot dogs and other Tucson staples. Lively, unfussy, and one of the city’s best-known local institutions.
Moderate for a US city. Hotels are often cheaper than major US hubs; dining is reasonable, but car use and limited transit can raise visitor costs.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Round up or tip $1-2 at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tucson, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ buses use the Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) to Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office. Use this guide to compare Austin, TX and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) is 4 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza). ATMs are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Ticket office support is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd. ATMs are available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd.
Ticket office support is available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd.
Available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Bus stop accessible from the road.
Austin, South Congress Transit Center is 5 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, South Congress Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center. ATMs are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Ticket office support is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) is 3 km from Tucson city centre. Public transport options include:
Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station). ATMs are available at Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station).
Available at Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station): Basic accessibility features available.
Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office is 2 km from Tucson city centre. Public transport options include:
Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available for visitors. ATMs are available at Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office.
Ticket office support is available at Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office.
Available at Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office: Facility is wheelchair accessible.
Tucson, Downtown is 3 km from Tucson city centre. Public transport options include:
Tucson, Downtown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food vendors nearby.
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Tucson, Downtown.
Ticket office support is available at Tucson, Downtown.
Available at Tucson, Downtown: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tucson, Downtown: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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