Distance from Tucson to Houston (United States)

The distance between Tucson, Arizona and Houston, Texas is 1,510 kilometers (938 miles).

Tucson, Arizona, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Tucson is located in the southwestern United States, while Houston is situated in the southeastern part, both cities are significant urban centers in their respective regions. The straight-line distance between them is 1,510 kilometers, heading east.

Tucson is situated at an altitude of 757 meters above sea level, while Houston is at 30 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Tucson to Houston spans approximately 1600 kilometers, primarily following I-10 E through Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas, passing through cities like El Paso and San Antonio.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Saguaro National Park, El Paso, San Antonio River Walk.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Tucson to Houston crosses desert landscapes and urban areas, with landmarks like the San Antonio River Walk.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for moderate temperatures and fewer tourists, or in winter for cultural events in Houston.

Climate

Houston's climate is humid and subtropical, contrasting with Tucson's arid desert conditions, leading to more rainfall in Houston.

Accessibility

Houston offers extensive public transit and accessible facilities, more developed than Tucson's smaller-scale infrastructure.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 2-3 days
Motorcycle 1 day
Car 16-18 hours
Airplane 2-3 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
100 km/h
150 km/h
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)
  • Sierra Vista Municipal Libby Army Air Field (FHU)
Houston, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 29.7633° N 95.3633° W

Elevation: 30 m (98 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • William P Hobby Airport (HOU)
  • Andrau Airpark (AAP)
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
  • Ellington Airport (EFD)
  • West Houston Airport (IWS)

Other distances from Tucson

Distance 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

Other distances from Houston

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Houston to New York City 2,283 km
From Houston to Los Angeles 2,211 km
From Houston to Chicago 1,510 km
From Houston to Phoenix 1,635 km
From Houston to Philadelphia 2,158 km

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