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Pima Air & Space Museum
World-renowned aviation museum with historic aircraft, hangars, and restoration spaces on a vast desert campus.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fredericksburg, VA to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $289 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 56h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $289, while a bus costs an average of $289.
Distance: 1923 miles (3095 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$289 Average price Cheapest | $454 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
56h 34m Average total duration Fastest 56h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fredericksburg, VA to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $450 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fredericksburg, VA to Tucson, AZ costing on average $739.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 56h 4m.
Tickets start at around $289 compared to roughly $454 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $165. The journey takes 56h 4m versus 32h 43m 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 USA | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 02:08PM | Duration 54h28 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $619 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 50h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $286 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 58h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $631 |
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Buses from Fredericksburg, VA to Tucson, AZ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 56h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $237 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:40, the last at 07:40. The fastest bus covers the 1923 miles (3095 km) distance in 45h 20m.
Distance 1923 miles (3095 km) |
Average bus duration 56h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $237 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 45h 20m |
First bus 7:40 AM |
Last bus 7:40 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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 Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA to Tucson, AZ buses use the Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (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 Fredericksburg, VA and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (Greyhound Bus Station) is 1 km from Fredericksburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fredericksburg, Jefferson Davis Hwy (Greyhound Bus Station): Station is accessible for disabled passengers.
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, 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.
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