Belton, Missouri to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1028.6 miles 1655.3 km · straight line
1234.4 miles actual route 1986.6 km · driving distance
22h 34min estimated drive time
$119 - $146 estimated fuel cost
~2h 34min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Belton, Missouri from Tucson?

The distance from Belton, Missouri to Tucson is 1028.6 miles (1655.3 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located WSW of Belton, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1234.4 miles, taking about 22h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Both are located in United States — Belton, Missouri in Missouri 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 Belton, Missouri 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 Belton, Missouri to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 34min $119 - $146 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 5min $99–$185* Budget
Train ~29h 20min $148–$432* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Belton, Missouri & Tucson

Quick Facts

Belton, Missouri
38.81°N, 94.53°W
America/Chicago
337m 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 343 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM