Tombstone travel guide
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You're Going to Love Tombstone
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.
When to visit Tombstone
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″.
How to Get to Tombstone
Plane
Although Tombstone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tucson (TUS), which is located 94 km from Tombstone. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tombstone include Alaska Airlines, Delta and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Tombstone departs from Las Vegas and takes around 4h 14m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tombstone.
Car
Another option to get to Tombstone is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 269 km from Tombstone. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Phoenix.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Tombstone using FlixBus or Busbud. From Phoenix, the bus ride to Tombstone takes 185 km and will cost you around $41. From Palm Springs, the ticket costs about $96 for a journey of 676 km.
Airports near Tombstone
Airlines serving Tombstone
Where to stay in Tombstone
Average rates range from around $136 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $112 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Budget Host Inn Tombstone and Tombstone Grand Hotel, a Baymont by Wyndham.
Where to stay in popular areas of Tombstone
Most booked hotels in Tombstone
Renting a car in Tombstone
Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99.