Calgary to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1310 miles 2108.2 km · straight line
1655.8 miles actual route 2664.8 km · driving distance
29h 15min estimated drive time
CAD 268 - CAD 330 estimated fuel cost
~3h 8min flight time
172° S bearing direction

How far is Calgary from Tucson?

The distance from Calgary to Tucson is 1310 miles (2108.2 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located S of Calgary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1655.8 miles, taking about 29h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 8min. Calgary is in Alberta, Canada, while Tucson is in Arizona, United States.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Calgary 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 Calgary to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 15min CAD 268 - CAD 330 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 6min $132–$248* Budget
Train ~38h 2min $199–$580* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Calgary & Tucson

Quick Facts

Calgary
51.04°N, 114.07°W
America/Edmonton
1045m 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 437 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 109 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM