Missoula to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Missoula from Tucson?

The distance from Missoula to Tucson is 1024.7 miles (1649.1 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located S of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1296.4 miles, taking about 22h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Both are located in United States — Missoula in Montana 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Missoula 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.