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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 02
$182
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$203
Fastest journey on Sep 02
1 d 15 h
Average journey duration on Sep 02
1 d 20 h 13 m
Buses on Sep 02
16
Distance
2316 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ will cost around $203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ without transferring at least 2 times.
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· · Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $191 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $191, while a flight costs an average of $252.
Distance: 1439 miles (2316 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$191 Average price Cheapest | $224 Average price | $252 Average price | $370 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
38h 24m Average total duration 37h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54h 34m Average total duration 54h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 25h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ costing on average $224.
A bus is $61 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ costing on average $252.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 37h 54m.
Train takes on average 54h 4m.
Tickets start at around $191 compared to roughly $370 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $179. The journey takes 37h 54m versus 25h 51m 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 12:15AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 43h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 39h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $397 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 44h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $271 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 44h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $292 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 43h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $420 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 46h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 46h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 46h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $453 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 42h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 42h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $206 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 39h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 38h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $197 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 44h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $205 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 44h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $191 |
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · | 5:05 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 42h25 | 9:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 10:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 39h00 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 10:50 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 47h25 | 8:15 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 11:10 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 69h25 | 6:35 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 11:10 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 69h10 | 6:20 PM Tucson, Downtown, AZ | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 11:10 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 47h05 | 8:15 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 11:10 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 72h50 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot), AZ | 4 transfers | |
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FlixBus+ · | 12:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 46h00 | 8:15 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 9:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 47h00 | 6:55 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 9:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 58h40 | 6:35 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 9:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 58h25 | 6:20 PM Tucson, Downtown, AZ | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 9:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 62h05 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot), AZ | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 10:15 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 58h05 | 6:20 PM Tucson, Downtown, AZ | 4 transfers | |
· · | 10:15 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 46h40 | 6:55 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 10:15 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 61h45 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot), AZ | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 10:15 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 58h20 | 6:35 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 4 transfers | |
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ run on average 9 times per day, taking around 37h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $155 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 1439 miles (2316 km) distance in 39h 0m.
Distance 1439 miles (2316 km) |
Average bus duration 37h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $155 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 39h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL to Tucson, AZ buses use the Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station 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 Chicago, IL and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station is 2 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack shop and vending machines available
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are located near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station.
Available at Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible entrances and seating.
Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak) is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options are available inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak).
Available at Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak): Station is accessible with elevators and ramps.
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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