Madera to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

611.3 miles 983.8 km · straight line
723 miles actual route 1163.5 km · driving distance
13h 3min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
120° ESE bearing direction

How far is Madera from Tucson?

The distance from Madera to Tucson is 611.3 miles (983.8 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located ESE of Madera. By car, the driving distance is approximately 723 miles, taking about 13h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Madera in California 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. 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 Madera 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 Madera to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 3min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 40min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~16h 58min $87–$253* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Madera & Tucson

Quick Facts

Madera
36.96°N, 120.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
83m 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 204 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM