Edmonton to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1478.6 miles 2379.6 km · straight line
1836.6 miles actual route 2955.7 km · driving distance
32h 40min estimated drive time
CAD 298 - CAD 367 estimated fuel cost
~3h 28min flight time
174° S bearing direction

How far is Edmonton from Tucson?

The distance from Edmonton to Tucson is 1478.6 miles (2379.6 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located S of Edmonton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1836.6 miles, taking about 32h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 28min. Edmonton 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 Edmonton 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 Edmonton to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 32h 40min CAD 298 - CAD 367 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~39h 12min $147–$275* Budget
Train ~42h 28min $220–$643* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edmonton & Tucson

Quick Facts

Edmonton
53.55°N, 113.49°W
America/Edmonton
668m 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 493 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 123 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 16.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM