Surprise to Nogales by bus
Nogales lies 289 km (180 mi) south-east of Surprise, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 26 min including stops, over roughly 353 km (219 mi) of road.
| Surprise | Nogales | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Population | 143,148 | 264,782 |
| Elevation | 357 m (1,171 ft) | 1,214 m (3,983 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Hermosillo) |
| Postal codes | 85374–85388 | 30934–94968 |
What changes when you arrive in Nogales
Crossing from United States into Mexico: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Surprise to Nogales
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Staying in Nogales
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Common questions
How far is Nogales from Surprise?
289 km (180 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Surprise; by road roughly 353 km (219 mi).
How long does it take to get from Surprise to Nogales by bus?
About 5 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Surprise and Nogales?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Nogales?
The Peso (MXN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.