Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

475.1 miles 764.6 km · straight line
626.6 miles actual route 1008.4 km · driving distance
13h 44min estimated drive time
$60 - $74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Black Canyon of the Gunnison from Tucson?

The distance from Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Tucson is 475.1 miles (764.6 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located SSW of Black Canyon of the Gunnison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 626.6 miles, taking about 13h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado 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 Black Canyon of the Gunnison 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 Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 44min $60 - $74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 29min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~13h 3min $75–$219* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Black Canyon of the Gunnison & Tucson

Quick Facts

Black Canyon of the Gunnison
38.58°N, 107.74°W
America/Denver
2722m 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 158 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM