Distance from Phoenix to Tucson (United States)

The distance between Phoenix, Arizona and Tucson, Arizona is 173 kilometers (108 miles).

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Tucson, Arizona, United States

Phoenix and Tucson are located in the southern part of Arizona, United States, with Phoenix to the north of Tucson, both cities are part of the Sonoran Desert region. The straight-line distance between them is 173 kilometers, heading southeast.

Phoenix is at 366 meters above sea level, while Tucson is at 757 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Phoenix to Tucson follows Interstate 10, passing through the Sonoran Desert, with views of saguaro cacti and the Picacho Peak State Park, offering a scenic drive through Arizona.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Picacho Peak State Park, Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch, Saguaro National Park.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Phoenix to Tucson crosses the Sonoran Desert, with landmarks like Picacho Peak and Saguaro National Park along the way.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for mild temperatures and fewer tourists, or in winter for cooler weather and local events.

Climate

Tucson generally has a similar desert climate to Phoenix, but slightly cooler temperatures and more rainfall during the monsoon season.

Accessibility

Tucson offers accessible public transportation and attractions, similar to Phoenix, with facilities for visitors with mobility needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Walk 1-2 days
Bicycle 6-8 hours
Motorcycle 2-3 hours
Car 2-3 hours
Helicopter 45-60 minutes
Speed Time
30 km/h
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90 km/h
120 km/h
Phoenix, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Phoenix

Coordinates: 33.4484° N 112.074° W

Elevation: 366 m (1,201 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
  • Phoenix Goodyear Airport (GYR)
  • Luke Air Force Base (LUF)
Tucson, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Phoenix

Coordinates: 32.2217° N 110.9265° W

Elevation: 757 m (2,484 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Davis Monthan Air Force Base (DMA)
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
  • Marana Regional Airport (AVW)
  • Pinal Airpark (MZJ)

Other distances from Phoenix

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Phoenix to New York City 3,451 km
From Phoenix to Los Angeles 575 km
From Phoenix to Chicago 2,338 km
From Phoenix to Houston 1,635 km
From Phoenix to Philadelphia 3,351 km

Other distances from Tucson

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Tucson to New York City 3,413 km
From Tucson to Los Angeles 712 km
From Tucson to Chicago 2,320 km
From Tucson to Houston 1,510 km
From Tucson to Phoenix 173 km

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