Akron to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1733.6 miles 2789.9 km · straight line
1966.6 miles actual route 3164.9 km · driving distance
35h 58min estimated drive time
$189 - $233 estimated fuel cost
~3h 59min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Tucson?

The distance from Akron to Tucson is 1733.6 miles (2789.9 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1966.6 miles, taking about 35h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 59min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Tucson in Arizona.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Tucson. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 58min $189 - $233 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~43h 10min $157–$295* Budget
Train ~46h 45min $236–$688* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Tucson

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 578 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 144 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 14.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM