Guadalajara to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

927 miles 1491.9 km · straight line
1081.2 miles actual route 1740.1 km · driving distance
20h 53min estimated drive time
MXN 2488 - MXN 3063 estimated fuel cost
~2h 22min flight time
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Guadalajara from Tucson?

The distance from Guadalajara to Tucson is 927 miles (1491.9 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located NNW of Guadalajara. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1081.2 miles, taking about 20h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Guadalajara is in Mexico, 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. 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. 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 Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 53min MXN 2488 - MXN 3063 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 4min $86–$162* Budget
Train ~27h 9min $130–$378* Comfort

Quick Facts

Guadalajara
20.66°N, 103.35°W
America/Mexico_City
1566m 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 309 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 77 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM