Odessa to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

504.7 miles 812.2 km · straight line
601.1 miles actual route 967.3 km · driving distance
10h 6min estimated drive time
$58 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Odessa from Tucson?

The distance from Odessa to Tucson is 504.7 miles (812.2 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Odessa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 601.1 miles, taking about 10h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Odessa 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Odessa 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 Odessa to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 6min $58 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 7min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~13h 8min $72–$210* 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 Odessa & Tucson

Quick Facts

Odessa
31.85°N, 102.37°W
America/Chicago
884m 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 168 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM