Day trip from Tempe to Tucson
Tucson lies 161 km (100 mi) south-east of Tempe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 161 km (100 mi) apart, Tucson is a realistic day trip from Tempe: about 2 h 37 min each way by road.
| Tempe | Tucson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 175,826 | 542,629 |
| Elevation | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 757 m (2,484 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 85280–85288 | 85701–85775 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Tucson
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Staying in Tucson
Our booking partner lists 506 places to stay in Tucson. Of the 406 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (277), and 2 are five-star. Across 127 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 75,592 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Tucson
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Common questions
How far is Tucson from Tempe?
161 km (100 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Tempe; by road roughly 197 km (122 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tempe to Tucson by road?
About 2 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tempe and Tucson?
No, both are on America/Phoenix at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tucson?
Our booking partner lists 506 places to stay in Tucson, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.