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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
$344
Average price
$358
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h
Average duration
1 d 13 h 35 m
Buses per day
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 $358 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $344.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portland, OR for Tucson, AZ on Wed, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 1791 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 10 h .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 1 d 17 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 prices starting from $117. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $117, and a train costs an average of $228.
Distance: 1112 miles (1791 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$274 Average price Cheapest | $495 Average price | $354 Average price | $272 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
35h 19m Average total duration 34h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40h 2m Average total duration 39h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration Fastest 7h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ:
A bus is $80 (€66) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ costing on average $354 (€292).
A bus is $220 (€181) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ costing on average $495 (€408).
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 34h 49m.
Train takes on average 39h 32m.
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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 Tue | Cheapest price $306 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 65h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $263 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 47h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 41h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $344 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 48h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $218 |
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · + FlixBus | 6:50 PM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 48h20 | 7:10 PM Tuscon, University of Arizona Transportation Office, AZ | 3 transfers | |
· · | 6:50 PM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 35h10 | 6:00 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 3:00 AM Portland, OR | 34h00 | 1:00 PM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Portland, OR | 41h10 | 3:10 AM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Portland, OR to Tucson, AZ run on average 8 times per day, taking around 34h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $117 (€96) but you can travel from only $101 (€83) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 1112 miles (1791 km) distance in 31h 40m.
Distance 1112 miles (1791 km) |
Average bus duration 34h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€96) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 31h 40m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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.

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