El Paso to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265 miles 426.5 km · straight line
318 miles actual route 511.7 km · driving distance
5h 31min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is El Paso from Tucson?

The distance from El Paso to Tucson is 265 miles (426.5 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of El Paso. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318 miles, taking about 5h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — El Paso in Texas and Tucson in Arizona.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 El Paso 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 El Paso to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 31min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 37min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $38–$111* Comfort

Quick Facts

El Paso
31.76°N, 106.48°W
America/Denver
1137m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM