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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 Sep 20
$93
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$101
Fastest journey on Sep 20
17 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 d 1 h 10 m
Buses on Sep 20
4
Distance
1226 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ without transferring at least once.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $168 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $168, while a flight costs an average of $577.
Distance: 761 miles (1226 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$172 Average price | $168 Average price Cheapest | $577 Average price | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 31m Average total duration 23h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 45m Average total duration 18h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ:
A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $172.
A train is $409 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ costing on average $577.
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 15m.
Bus takes on average 23h 1m.
Tickets start at around $172 compared to roughly $179 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7. The journey takes 23h 1m versus 12h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 6:10 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 17h50 | 10:00 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· · | 12:35 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 24h55 | 11:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
+![]() | 6:10 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 25h15 | 5:25 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 23h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $103 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 761 miles (1226 km) distance in 16h 30m.
Distance 761 miles (1226 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 30m |
First bus 4:45 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 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 San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ buses use the San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) 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 San Antonio, TX and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound). ATMs are available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound).
Ticket office support is available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound).
Available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound): Limited accessibility features.
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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