The cheapest and fastest buses from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tucson, AZ for Indio, CA on Sat, Jun 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct buses cover the 521 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest buses will take 8 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.
5:15 AM8h00Tucson, AZ1:15 PMIndio, CA$701One-way0 transfers
5:15 AM8h00Tucson, AZ1:15 PMIndio, CA$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $140.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $276 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA:
A bus is $213 (€174) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA costing on average $276 (€226).
Other travel options to Indio, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Sun Tran | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Sun Tran | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Sun Tran | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Sun Tran | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Sun Tran | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Live departures
Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 AM Tucson, AZ | 8h20 | 3:05 PM Indio, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Tucson, AZ | 5h30 | 6:15 PM Indio, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Tucson, AZ | 8h40 | 2:25 AM Indio, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:45 PM Tucson, AZ | 6h15 | 4:00 AM Indio, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA
Buses from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 1:40 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Sun Tran from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CAYou can travel by bus between Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA with Greyhound, Sun Tran for as low as $57 (€46). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tucson, AZ to Indio, CA 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 Indio, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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