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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
$60
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
5h 0m
Average duration
5h 38m
Buses per day
3
Distance
424 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $190.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $398 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $70 (€57).
A bus is $340 (€279) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $398 (€327).
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 40m.
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€48) compared to roughly $64 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 5h 40m versus 4h 35m 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
The table below shows live departures for El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:35 PM El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 5h50 | 5:25 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 PM El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 6h05 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:00 PM El Paso, TX | 5h00 | 10:00 PM Tucson, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
![]() | 1:55 AM El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 5h50 | 6:45 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 5h30 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 262 miles (422 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
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Best time to book 7 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 El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ buses use the El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) to Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Tucson, North Country Club Road / East Broadway Boulevard. Use this guide to compare El Paso, 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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