The cheapest and fastest trains from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ without transferring at least once.
1 Sunset Limited · 8901 AMTRAK
421 Texas Eagle · 8901 AMTRAK
1 Sunset Limited · 8901 AMTRAK
421 Texas Eagle · 8901 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$79 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $360 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ train times
The table below shows live departures for Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:15 AM Tucson, AZ | 2h45 | 6:00 AM Phoenix, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ
Trains from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€55) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Tucson, AZ and Phoenix, AZ from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Phoenix, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Tucson, AZ to Phoenix, AZ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Maynards Market & Kitchen
- The Cup Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Hotel Congress
- AC Hotel by Marriott Tucson Downtown
- The Downtown Clifton Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- The station is a historic 1907 building with a single platform for the Sunset Limited/Texas Eagle trains.
- Bus: Sun Tran routes available nearby
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