Orem to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

559.3 miles 900.1 km · straight line
738 miles actual route 1187.7 km · driving distance
13h 42min estimated drive time
$71 - $87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
176° S bearing direction

How far is Orem from Tucson?

The distance from Orem to Tucson is 559.3 miles (900.1 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located S of Orem. By car, the driving distance is approximately 738 miles, taking about 13h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Orem in Utah 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Orem 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 Orem to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 42min $71 - $87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 26min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~17h 49min $89–$258* 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 Orem & Tucson

Quick Facts

Orem
40.30°N, 111.69°W
America/Denver
1455m 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 186 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM