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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
$112
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$140
Fastest journey on Sep 19
22 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
23 h 18 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
1507 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Houston, 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 Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 buses from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 1507 km distance in an average of 23 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 d 35 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 Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $193 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $193, while a flight costs an average of $640.
Distance: 936 miles (1507 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$205 Average price | $193 Average price Cheapest | $640 Average price |
25h 49m Average total duration 25h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 15m Average total duration 24h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ:
A train is $12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $205.
A train is $447 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $640.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Train takes on average 24h 45m.
Bus takes on average 25h 19m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 30h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 38h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $204 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $181 |
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· | 2:00 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 22h00 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
+ · · | 6:35 AM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX | 30h55 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
· | 8:15 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 24h40 | 6:55 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 36h20 | 6:35 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 36h05 | 6:20 PM Tucson, Downtown, AZ | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 39h45 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot), AZ | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 1:15 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 24h15 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 1:40 PM North Houston (Tidwell Transit Center), TX | 23h50 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 1:45 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 23h45 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:00 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 25h25 | 5:25 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· | 6:55 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 24h30 | 5:25 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ run on average 11 times per day, taking around 25h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $121 but you can travel from only $103 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 936 miles (1507 km) distance in 20h 40m.
Distance 936 miles (1507 km) |
Average bus duration 25h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $121 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 20h 40m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 70 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 Houston, 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 Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ buses use the Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (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 Houston, TX and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) is 6 km from Houston city centre. Public transport options include:
Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (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 Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are aTM available in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station) is 1 km from Houston city centre. Public transport options include:
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants are available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station). ATMs are available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station).
Available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station): The station is accessible for disabled passengers.
Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron) is 14 km from Houston city centre. Public transport options include:
Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron). ATMs are available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron).
Ticket office support is available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron).
Available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron): 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, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot) is 5 km from Tucson city centre. Public transport options include:
Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food available at nearby restaurants.
Wi-Fi is available at Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot). ATMs are available at Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot).
Ticket office support is available at Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot).
Available at Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tucson, E Broadway Blvd (Dave's Hot Chicken Parking Lot): Accessibility features are not specified.
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