Plainview, Texas to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

552.5 miles 889.1 km · straight line
644.7 miles actual route 1037.6 km · driving distance
12h 22min estimated drive time
$62 - $76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Plainview, Texas from Tucson?

The distance from Plainview, Texas to Tucson is 552.5 miles (889.1 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located WSW of Plainview, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 644.7 miles, taking about 12h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Plainview, Texas 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 Plainview, Texas 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 Plainview, Texas to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 22min $62 - $76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 50min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~16h 5min $77–$226* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Plainview, Texas & Tucson

Quick Facts

Plainview, Texas
34.18°N, 101.71°W
America/Chicago
1025m 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 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM