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Pima Air & Space Museum
World-renowned aviation museum with historic aircraft, hangars, and restoration spaces on a vast desert campus.
Buses from New York, NY to Tucson, AZ run on average 29 times per day, taking around 57h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €271 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 2116 miles (3406 km) distance in 51h 25m.
Distance 2116 miles (3406 km) |
Average bus duration 57h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €271 |
Buses per day 29 |
Fastest bus 51h 25m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 74h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €416 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 58h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €214 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 61h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €569 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 59h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 64h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €461 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 59h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €184 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 86h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €361 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 65h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 65h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €565 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 75h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €222 |
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 New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Tucson, AZ buses use the New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. 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 New York, NY and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. ATMs are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Accessible by ramp for wheelchairs.
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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