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Tombstone travel guide

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With a population of 1,312, Tombstone is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Tombstone to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Tombstone

Tombstone in July
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tombstone in July
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tombstone in June, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.4″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Tombstone, with an average rainfall of 0.2″.

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How to Get to Tombstone

Plane

Although Tombstone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tucson (TUS), which is located 58 miles from Tombstone. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tombstone include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Tombstone departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tombstone. The train journey from Tombstone to Los Angeles takes 9h 38m and costs around $47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $171 for a 55h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Tombstone is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 167 miles from Tombstone. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tombstone, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Tombstone takes 565 miles and will cost you around $160. From San Francisco, the ticket costs about $147 for a journey of 1185 miles.

Plane

Although Tombstone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tucson (TUS), which is located 58 miles from Tombstone. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tombstone include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Tombstone departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tombstone. The train journey from Tombstone to Los Angeles takes 9h 38m and costs around $47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $171 for a 55h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Tombstone is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 167 miles from Tombstone. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tombstone, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Tombstone takes 565 miles and will cost you around $160. From San Francisco, the ticket costs about $147 for a journey of 1185 miles.

Airports near Tombstone

TUSTucson

Airlines serving Tombstone

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tombstone

Average rates range from around $128 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $108 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tombstone Motel and Tombstone Grand Hotel, a Baymont by Wyndham.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tombstone

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Tombstone Monument Guest Ranch
0 stars
Excellent (9, 685 reviews)
$183+
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Sagebrush Inn
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1639 reviews)
$119+
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Tombstone Grand Hotel, a Baymont by Wyndham
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2427 reviews)
$113+
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Trail Rider's Inn
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$98+
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Landmark Lookout Lodge
0 stars
Good (6.7, 1511 reviews)
$96+
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Tombstone Motel
2 stars
Good (6.6, 681 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Tombstone

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Tombstone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Tombstone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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