- Must visit
Pima Air & Space Museum
World-renowned aviation museum with historic aircraft, hangars, and restoration spaces on a vast desert campus.
Cheapest price
$273
Average price
$273
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
2257 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN to Tucson, AZ will cost around $273 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $273.
Of the 1 buses that leave Nashville, TN for Tucson, AZ on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 2257 km distance in an average of 1 d 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 10 h 40 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 1 d 10 h 40 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.


Buses from Nashville, TN to Tucson, AZ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 32h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $133 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 1402 miles (2257 km) distance in 34h 40m.
Distance 1402 miles (2257 km) |
Average bus duration 32h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 34h 40m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 33h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $217 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 47h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 58h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $494 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 42h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $185 |
The table below shows live departures for Nashville, TN to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· | 10:10 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 34h35 | 6:45 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· · + FlixBus | 10:10 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 47h00 | 7:10 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 3:10 AM Nashville, TN | 34h40 | 1:50 PM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN to Tucson, AZ buses use the Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South 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 Nashville, TN and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South is 1 km from Nashville city centre. Public transport options include:
Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food options available inside the terminal
WiFi available for free inside the terminal. ATMs are aTM machines available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South.
Available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South: Fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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, Downtown is 3 km from Tucson city centre. Public transport options include:
Tucson, Downtown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food vendors nearby.
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Tucson, Downtown.
Ticket office support is available at Tucson, Downtown.
Available at Tucson, Downtown: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tucson, Downtown: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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