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There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Tucson.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€62.67 | Avg. Price€54.28 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips33 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration13h 1m | Duration12h 36m |
Bus from Los Angeles to Tucson: Journey Information
There are 40 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to Tucson. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Tucson usually takes around 13 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net bus can make the trip in 8 hours,
| Distance | 442 mi (711 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €38.74 |
| Trips per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 4 |
How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Tucson?
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Tucson cost €52.83 on average. Tickets cheaper than €52.83 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to Tucson by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Los Angeles to Tucson is expected to be between €50 and €78. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is March 27, 2025, when tickets are available for March 27, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just €54.
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Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 20 days in advance to save up to €44.89.
What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Tucson?
There are 4 bus lines from Los Angeles to Tucson available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 18 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 17 | 12h 31m | €66.31 |
| Futura Net | 2 | 8h 52m | €78.45 |
| Greyhound | 18 | 14h 28m | €61.55 |
| Tufesa Plus | 4 | 10h 13m | €82.31 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 17 trips per day from Los Angeles to Tucson, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Futura Net from Los Angeles to Tucson from €74. There are 2 trips per day offered by Futura Net from Los Angeles to Tucson and you can expect on average to pay for a Futura Net ticket to Tucson. In Los Angeles, Futura Net departs to Tucson from Los Angeles East 7th St and one other station. In Tucson, Futura Net arrives at Tucson S 6th Ave .
An average trip on Futura Net from Los Angeles to Tucson takes 8 hours and 52 minutes , while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to Tucson in 8 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tucson.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 18 bus trips from Los Angeles to Tucson every day, with the average journey taking around 14 hours and 28 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Tucson usually start from €39.
Tufesa Plus is an economy bus service run by Tufesa. Its service area covers the southwestern states in the United States and parts of northwest Mexico. Onboard, travelers can enjoy AC, power outlets, reclining chairs, separate male and female restrooms, and WiFi while in Mexico.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Tucson
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 442 miles from Los Angeles to Tucson. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Tucson. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to Tucson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 40 scheduled buses that travel from Los Angeles to Tucson every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 13 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Tucson; ticket prices start at €42.47.
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Tucson
A bright and sunny city with more than 350 days of sunshine and temperatures that rarely dip below 60, Tucson is undoubtedly one of Arizona's best vacation destinations. Those who don’t shy away from some outdoor activities should go on a hiking trip in the Saguaro National Park, where visitors can enjoy uninterrupted views of southwestern landscapes. Of the park's two areas, the Tucson Mountain District is the more popular one, owing to its amazing sunset views. Architecture fans could also consider visiting Mission San Xavier del Bac, a perfect example of 18th-century architecture. If you wish to learn more about the region and its unique flora and fauna, head over to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, which features 230 animal species and 1,200 local plant species.
It should come as no surprise that the most famous dishes in Tucson are Mexican foods, which boast spicy, sweet and smoky flavors. One of the best spots to enjoy these delicacies is at El Charro Café, which has been around since 1922. For a more eclectic menu, Feast is a good option.
The principal Amtrak train station in Tucson is on Toole Ave. The city is served by Amtrak’s Texas Eagle and Sunset Limited lines. The main bus station is the bus terminal located at 801 E 12th St, not too far from the train station. The city’s commercial air services are fulfilled by Tucson International Airport, which is 6 miles south of the city’s center.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 800 N Alameda St
Buses to Tucson leave from 9 stations in Los Angeles.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
800 N Alameda St
North Hollywood Bus Station
San Fernando Bus Station
USC - 3492 S Hope St
611 Maple Ave
Downtown - Vignes Lot
10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima
592 Gayley Ave
Los Angeles East 7th St
Where does the bus arrive in Tucson?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 801 E 12th St
The Bus Terminal at 801 E 12th St is one of Tucson’s central transportation hubs. This modern station’s lighted sign announces its Greyhound service, and intercity bus routes from Jefferson Lines also serve this station. Possible destinations from Tucson’s bus terminal include Phoenix, El Paso, San Diego, and the city of sin itself, Las Vegas. This station is close to Iron Horse Park and only a mile away from the Amtrak station for passengers to continue their travels via train.
All bus stations in Tucson:
Bus Terminal - 801 E 12th St
1119 E 6th St - 6th St Garage @ University of Arizona
Downtown - 126 N 6th Ave
5621 E Broadway Blvd
5550 S 12th Ave
Tucson S 6th Ave
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