Killeen to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

782.2 miles 1258.8 km · straight line
902.4 miles actual route 1452.2 km · driving distance
15h 29min estimated drive time
$87 - $107 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
279° W bearing direction

How far is Killeen from Tucson?

The distance from Killeen to Tucson is 782.2 miles (1258.8 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Killeen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 902.4 miles, taking about 15h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in United States — Killeen in Texas 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 Killeen 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 Killeen to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 29min $87 - $107 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 35min $72–$135* Budget
Train ~20h 8min $108–$316* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Killeen & Tucson

Quick Facts

Killeen
31.12°N, 97.73°W
America/Chicago
252m 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 261 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM