Arches to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

456.5 miles 734.6 km · straight line
598 miles actual route 962.4 km · driving distance
11h 31min estimated drive time
$58 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
190° S bearing direction

How far is Arches from Tucson?

The distance from Arches to Tucson is 456.5 miles (734.6 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located S of Arches. By car, the driving distance is approximately 598 miles, taking about 11h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Arches in Utah and Tucson in Arizona.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arches 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 Arches to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 31min $58 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 49min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~10h 56min $72–$209* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Arches & Tucson

Quick Facts

Arches
38.73°N, 109.59°W
America/Denver
1510m 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 152 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM