Rocky Mountain to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

633.4 miles 1019.4 km · straight line
966.4 miles actual route 1555.3 km · driving distance
17h 38min estimated drive time
$93 - $114 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Rocky Mountain from Tucson?

The distance from Rocky Mountain to Tucson is 633.4 miles (1019.4 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located SSW of Rocky Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 966.4 miles, taking about 17h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Rocky Mountain in Colorado 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. 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 Rocky Mountain 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 Rocky Mountain to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 38min $93 - $114 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 10min $77–$145* Budget
Train ~22h 55min $116–$338* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rocky Mountain & Tucson

Quick Facts

Rocky Mountain
40.34°N, 105.68°W
America/Denver
3658m 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 211 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM