Lake Havasu City to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.4 miles 399.8 km · straight line
313.7 miles actual route 504.8 km · driving distance
5h 41min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
128° SE bearing direction

How far is Lake Havasu City from Tucson?

The distance from Lake Havasu City to Tucson is 248.4 miles (399.8 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located SE of Lake Havasu City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 313.7 miles, taking about 5h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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 Lake Havasu City 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 Lake Havasu City to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 41min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 49min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 24min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Havasu City & Tucson

Quick Facts

Lake Havasu City
34.48°N, 114.32°W
America/Phoenix
225m 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 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM