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Pima Air & Space Museum
World-renowned aviation museum with historic aircraft, hangars, and restoration spaces on a vast desert campus.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to Tucson, AZ will cost around NOK 1,057 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only NOK 666.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 buses from San Diego, CA to Tucson, AZ, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 587 km distance in an average of 19 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 21 h 50 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.

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Buses from San Diego, CA to Tucson, AZ run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at NOK 490 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 364 miles (587 km) distance in 9h 45m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from San Diego, CA to Tucson, AZ.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price NOK 1,737 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 688 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 584 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 589 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 595 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 688 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 584 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price NOK 1,095 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price NOK 1,408 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price NOK 842 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 694 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price NOK 584 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price NOK 666 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price NOK 1,426 |
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 9:15 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 11h00 | 9:15 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:25 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 19h10 | 5:35 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 10h25 | 9:15 PM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:45 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 16h50 | 5:35 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 12:40 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 15h55 | 5:35 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 1:10 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 15h25 | 5:35 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· | 7:10 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 14h20 | 10:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· | 7:45 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 13h45 | 10:30 AM Tucson, E 12th St (Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
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![]() | 1:45 PM San Diego, CA | 21h50 | 11:35 AM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:45 PM San Diego, CA | 21h50 | 12:35 PM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from San Diego, CA to Tucson, AZ with FlixBus and Greyhound. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus and Greyhound. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Tucson, AZ.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to Tucson, AZ buses use the San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) 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 Diego, CA and Tucson, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park). ATMs are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Wheelchair accessible routes available.
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center is 22 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center. ATMs are available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center.
Available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District) is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options are in the area.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District). ATMs are available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District).
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District).
Available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District): Accessible for persons with disabilities.
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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