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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
A renowned fusion of zoo, botanical garden, aquarium, and natural history museum focused on the Sonoran Desert. It is one of Tucson’s signature attractions and excellent for understanding local desert
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
18 h 30 m
Average duration
22 h 6 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1325 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dallas, 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 Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 6 buses that leave Dallas, TX for Tucson, AZ on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 1325 km distance in an average of 22 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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· Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $101. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, and a flight costs an average of $200.
Distance: 823 miles (1325 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$149 Average price Cheapest | $262 Average price | $352 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 50m Average total duration 19h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 16m Average total duration 30h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $113 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $262 (€215).
A bus is $203 (€167) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $352 (€289).
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 20m.
Train takes on average 30h 46m.
Tickets start at around $149 (€122) compared to roughly $192 (€157) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $43 (€35). The journey takes 19h 20m versus 13h 36m 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.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound.
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 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 31h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $148 |
The table below shows live departures for Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· + FlixBus | 1:35 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 31h35 | 7:10 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:40 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 19h10 | 6:50 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 7:00 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 18h30 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 7:00 PM Dallas Downtown | 29h00 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:50 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 19h45 | 5:35 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
· · | 11:55 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 24h05 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $101 (€83) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 823 miles (1325 km) distance in 19h 10m.
Distance 823 miles (1325 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€83) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 10m |
First bus 4:45 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Tucson — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tucson trip today.
A renowned fusion of zoo, botanical garden, aquarium, and natural history museum focused on the Sonoran Desert. It is one of Tucson’s signature attractions and excellent for understanding local desert
One of the largest non-government aviation museums in the world, displaying hundreds of aircraft indoors and outdoors. It is especially popular with aviation enthusiasts and families visiting Tucson.
The city’s leading art museum, with collections spanning Latin American, Western, Indigenous, and contemporary art in the historic El Presidio area. A strong choice for both major exhibitions and a
A scenic desert canyon area with paved and unpaved trails, mountain views, and classic Sonoran scenery. It is one of Tucson’s top outdoor destinations and especially popular for walking and photograp
A spectacular desert landscape filled with iconic saguaro cacti, scenic drives, and hiking trails. It is one of the defining Tucson experiences and a priority for first-time visitors.
Known for dense saguaro forests and excellent sunset views, this section of the park is especially photogenic and widely featured on social media. It is a top outdoor stop near the Arizona-Sonora Dese
A bacon-wrapped hot dog in a bolillo roll, typically topped with beans, onions, tomatoes, mustard, mayo, and jalapeo salsa. It is one of Tucsons signature borderlands street foods.
Air-dried beef, often shredded and served with eggs, chiltepin, or in burritos and plates. It is a hallmark of Sonoran cooking and strongly associated with Tucson.
An open-faced flour tortilla baked until crisp and topped with melted cheese, sometimes with green chiles. This simple dish is a long-standing Tucson and Arizona favorite.
Upscale dining with desert views, known for Southwestern ingredients, polished service, and a romantic hacienda setting. Good choice for a fine dining meal in Tucson.
Well-known downtown spot celebrated for refined Mexican cooking, colorful presentations, and an intimate atmosphere. A long-time favorite for distinctive regional flavors.
Popular casual venue serving regional Mexican dishes with Sonoran influences, including tacos, bowls, and breakfast. Relaxed atmosphere and consistently well-liked food.
Tucson is generally affordable by U.S. city standards, with reasonable food costs and many mid-priced hotels.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants; 20% for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxi and rideshare drivers 10-15%, and round up for cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dallas, 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 Dallas, TX to Tucson, AZ buses use the Dallas, 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 Dallas, TX and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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