Big Spring to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

554.8 miles 892.9 km · straight line
662.3 miles actual route 1065.8 km · driving distance
11h 10min estimated drive time
$64 - $78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Big Spring from Tucson?

The distance from Big Spring to Tucson is 554.8 miles (892.9 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Big Spring. By car, the driving distance is approximately 662.3 miles, taking about 11h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Big Spring in Texas 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Big Spring 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 Big Spring to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 10min $64 - $78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 24min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~14h 31min $79–$232* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Big Spring & Tucson

Quick Facts

Big Spring
32.25°N, 101.48°W
America/Chicago
744m 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 185 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM