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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
€43
Average ticket price on Sep 02
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 02
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
5 h 49 m
Buses on Sep 02
4
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 4 buses from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct buses cover the 422 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest buses will take 6 h 5 m 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.








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 an average ticket price of €50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, while a flight costs an average of €538.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€50 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price | €538 Average price | €53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average €74.
A bus is €488 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average €538.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 41m.
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Tickets start at around €50 compared to roughly €53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 5h 41m 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 Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €41 |
The table below shows live departures for El Paso, TX 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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![]() | 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 | |
| Wednesday, September 2 | |||||
![]() | 2:05 AM El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 5h50 | 6:55 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 | |
![]() | 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 | |
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Buses from El Paso, TX to Tucson, AZ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 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 4h 0m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 9:25 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 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.
El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (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 bar inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM machines located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Paso, W San Antonio Ave (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible facilities and services.
El Paso has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at El Paso. ATMs are available at El Paso.
Ticket office support is available at El Paso.
Available at El Paso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Paso: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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.
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.
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.
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