Branson to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1055.2 miles 1698.1 km · straight line
1251.5 miles actual route 2014.1 km · driving distance
22h 43min estimated drive time
$120 - $148 estimated fuel cost
~2h 37min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Branson from Tucson?

The distance from Branson to Tucson is 1055.2 miles (1698.1 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located WSW of Branson. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1251.5 miles, taking about 22h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 37min. Both are located in United States — Branson 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 Branson 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 Branson to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 43min $120 - $148 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 16min $100–$188* Budget
Train ~29h 32min $150–$438* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Branson & Tucson

Quick Facts

Branson
36.64°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
244m 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 352 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 88 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM