Franklin, Tennessee to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Franklin, Tennessee from Tucson?

The distance from Franklin, Tennessee to Tucson is 1399.4 miles (2252.1 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Franklin, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1611.4 miles, taking about 27h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 19min. Both are located in United States — Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee 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 Franklin, Tennessee 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.