Modesto to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

679.3 miles 1093.3 km · straight line
795.4 miles actual route 1280.1 km · driving distance
14h 27min estimated drive time
$77 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 52min flight time
120° ESE bearing direction

How far is Modesto from Tucson?

The distance from Modesto to Tucson is 679.3 miles (1093.3 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located ESE of Modesto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 795.4 miles, taking about 14h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Modesto 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 Modesto 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 Modesto to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 27min $77 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 20min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~18h 47min $95–$278* 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 Modesto & Tucson

Quick Facts

Modesto
37.64°N, 121.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
28m 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 226 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 57 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM