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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 Aug 30
$272
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$333
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 d 7 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 d 15 h 25 m
Buses on Aug 30
2
Distance
1791 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ will cost around $333 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $272.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 2 buses from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 1791 km distance in an average of 1 d 15 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 40 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 1 d 23 h 10 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 Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $258 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 35h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $258, while a train costs an average of $314.
Distance: 1112 miles (1791 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$258 Average price Cheapest | $314 Average price | $282 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
35h 26m Average total duration Fastest 34h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40h 57m Average total duration 40h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ costing on average $314.
A bus is $437 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ costing on average $695.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 34h 56m.
Train takes on average 40h 27m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 32h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 65h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $269 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $381 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 47h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $272 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 41h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $394 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 35h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $189 |
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ buses for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 AM Portland, OR | 47h10 | 3:10 AM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Portland, OR | 31h40 | 4:40 PM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ run on average 6 times per day, taking around 34h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $116 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 1112 miles (1791 km) distance in 30h 25m.
Distance 1112 miles (1791 km) |
Average bus duration 34h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $116 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 30h 25m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 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 Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ buses use the Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) to Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office station pair, with some services arriving at Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station). Use this guide to compare Portland, OR and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage). ATMs are available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage).
Ticket office support is available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage).
Available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage): Ramp access 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 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, 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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