Distance from Austin to Tucson by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Austin (TX) to Tucson (AZ) is 789 miles or 1270 kilometers or 685 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Austin to Tucson is 892 miles (1436 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 103 miles or 166 km.

Flight distance from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Austin and Tucson is 789 miles or 1270 km.
The nearest airport to Austin, is Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and the nearest airport to Tucson, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Austin to Tucson?

Flight time from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ is 1 hours 48 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Austin to Tucson Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Austin, TX and Tucson, AZ
This map shows the distance from Austin, TX, Usa to Tucson, AZ, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Austin, Texas to Tucson, Arizona is displayed below.

Driving distance from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ

The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Tucson, Arizona is 892 miles or 1436 km.
The total driving distance from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ is 892 miles or 1436 kilometers. Your trip begins in Austin, Texas. It ends in Tucson, Arizona.
The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Tucson, Arizona is approximately 892 miles (1436 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ

How long is the drive from Austin, TX to Tucson, AZ?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 10 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Austin to Tucson take?
Austin and Tucson are 15 hours 10 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Austin and Tucson

Time difference between Austin (TX) and Tucson (AZ) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in AustinCurrent local time in Tucson
2025-12-16, 22:23:01 MST2025-12-16, 22:23:01 MST
How Far is it Between Austin Texas, USA and Tucson Arizona, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Austin, TX and Tucson, AZ in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 892 mi 1436 km 774.61 nmi
Straight line distance 789 mi 1270 km 685 nmi
Difference 103 mi 166 km 89 nmi

Austin Details

Austin is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 30° 18' 4.2'' Longitude: W 97° 45' 9.7''
Latitude30.30116
Longitude-97.7527
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Austin

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Tucson Details

Tucson is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 13' 18.3'' Longitude: W 110° 55' 35.3''
Latitude32.22174
Longitude-110.92648
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Tucson

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Austin, TX and Tucson, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 29 hours 55 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 22 hours 26 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 19 hours 56 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 17 hours 57 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 16 hours 19 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 14 hours 57 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 13 hours 48 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 12 hours 49 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 11 hours 58 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 11 hours 13 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 10 hours 33 minutes