Distance from Houston to Tucson (United States)

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

Houston, Texas, United States

Tucson, Arizona, United States

Houston is located in the southeastern part of Texas while Tucson is situated in the southern region of Arizona, both cities are in the southern United States. The straight-line distance between them is 1,510 kilometers, heading west.

Houston is at 30 meters above sea level, while Tucson is at 757 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Houston to Tucson spans approximately 1710 kilometers, primarily via I-10 W, passing through major regions such as San Antonio, El Paso, and the vast desert landscapes of western Texas and southern Arizona.

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

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Houston to Tucson crosses diverse landscapes, including urban areas and desert regions, with landmarks like the San Antonio River Walk and Saguaro National Park.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring for mild temperatures and blooming desert flora, or in fall for cooler weather and fewer tourists.

Climate

Tucson generally experiences a drier and hotter climate compared to the humid subtropical climate of Houston.

Accessibility

Tucson offers accessible public transport and attractions, similar to Houston, with a focus on accommodating visitors with mobility needs.

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
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)
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)

Other distances from Houston

Distance 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

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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