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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
$104
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$104
Fastest journey on Sep 19
22 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 d 50 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
992 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Denver, CO 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 Denver, CO to Tucson, AZ will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
It's difficult to get from Denver, CO to Tucson, AZ without transferring at least once.
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· · · Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Denver, CO to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $136 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $136, while a flight costs an average of $745.
Distance: 616 miles (992 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$136 Average price Cheapest | $745 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 12m Average total duration 22h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Denver, CO to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $609 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Denver, CO to Tucson, AZ costing on average $745.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 42m.
Tickets start at around $136 compared to roughly $175 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $39. The journey takes 22h 42m versus 12h 23m 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 31h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
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Buses from Denver, CO to Tucson, AZ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 22h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $103 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 20:25. The fastest bus covers the 616 miles (992 km) distance in 17h 52m.
Distance 616 miles (992 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 17h 52m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 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 Denver, CO 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 Denver, CO to Tucson, AZ buses use the Denver, Union 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 Denver, CO and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Denver has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Denver. ATMs are available at Denver.
Ticket office support is available at Denver.
Available at Denver: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Denver: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tucson, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard. ATMs are available at Tucson, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard.
Ticket office support is available at Tucson, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard.
Available at Tucson, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tucson, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard: Basic accessibility features present.
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