Day trip from Tucson to Mesa
Mesa lies 158 km (98 mi) north-west of Tucson, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 158 km (98 mi) apart, Mesa is a realistic day trip from Tucson: about 2 h 34 min each way by road.
| Tucson | Mesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 542,629 | 471,825 |
| Elevation | 757 m (2,484 ft) | 380 m (1,247 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 85701–85775 | 85201–85277 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Mesa
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Staying in Mesa
Our booking partner lists 236 places to stay in Mesa. Of the 187 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (122). Across 40 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.4 out of 10. Guests have left 23,784 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mesa from Tucson?
158 km (98 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Tucson; by road roughly 192 km (119 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tucson to Mesa by road?
About 2 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tucson and Mesa?
No, both are on America/Phoenix at the moment.
Where can I stay in Mesa?
Our booking partner lists 236 places to stay in Mesa, 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 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.