- Must visit
Pima Air & Space Museum
World-renowned aviation museum with historic aircraft, hangars, and restoration spaces on a vast desert campus.
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
659 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ontario, CA 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 Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ontario, CA for Tucson, AZ on Wed, Aug 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct buses cover the 659 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest buses will take 9 h 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.
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0Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $257.
Distance: 409 miles (659 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$102 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $257 Average price |
9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ:
A train is $31 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ costing on average $102.
A train is $186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ costing on average $257.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 44m.
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Omnibus Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Tufesa Mexico | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:29PM | Duration 12h29 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Omnibus Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Omnibus Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Tufesa Mexico | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:06AM | Duration 11h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
The table below shows live departures for Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 5:00 PM Ontario, CA | 9h00 | 2:00 AM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:30 PM Ontario, CA | 8h00 | 6:30 AM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
0 | 11:30 AM Ontario, CA | 9h00 | 8:30 PM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 409 miles (659 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 409 miles (659 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:09 AM |
Last bus 11:20 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 Ontario, CA 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 Ontario, CA to Tucson, AZ buses use the Montclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking) 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 Ontario, CA and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ontario has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ontario. ATMs are available at Ontario.
Ticket office support is available at Ontario.
Available at Ontario: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ontario: Wheelchair accessible.
Ontario, International Airport is 4 km from Ontario city centre. Public transport options include:
Ontario, International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ontario, International Airport. ATMs are available at Ontario, International Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Ontario, International Airport.
Available at Ontario, International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ontario, International Airport: Bus stations generally accommodate all passengers.
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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