Grand Canyon to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

276.1 miles 444.4 km · straight line
340.6 miles actual route 548.2 km · driving distance
6h 13min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
166° SSE bearing direction

How far is Grand Canyon from Tucson?

The distance from Grand Canyon to Tucson is 276.1 miles (444.4 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located SSE of Grand Canyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 340.6 miles, taking about 6h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Grand Canyon 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 Grand Canyon to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 13min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 28min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 54min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grand Canyon & Tucson

Quick Facts

Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM