What is the cheapest way to get from Castaic to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Castaic to Tijuana is to drive which costs $600 - $900 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castaic to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Castaic to Tijuana is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $600 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Castaic and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Castaic to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles - Pacoima and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via San Ysidro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Castaic and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Castaic to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Santa Clarita and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Castaic to Tijuana?

The distance between Castaic and Tijuana is 287 km. The road distance is 287 km.

How do I travel from Castaic to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Castaic to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs $2400 - $3400.

How long does it take to get from Castaic to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Castaic to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castaic to Tijuana bus from?

Castaic to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Los Angeles - Pacoima station.

Where do I catch the Castaic to Tijuana train from?

Castaic to Tijuana train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Santa Clarita station.

Train or bus from Castaic to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Castaic to Tijuana is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs $2400 - $3400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2300 - $3800 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Castaic to Tijuana bus arrive?

Castaic to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the Castaic to Tijuana train arrive?

Castaic to Tijuana train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Castaic to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Castaic to Tijuana is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Castaic to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 544+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Castaic to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Castaic to Tijuana by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Ysidrobus San Jose
5h 47m
$2,398–3,328
Drive 287 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Castaic to Tijuanacar 287 km
3h 8m
$605–873
Train
1. Take the train from Santa Clarita to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 6m
$2,379–3,744
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Clarita to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
7h 23m
$1,214–1,724

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Distance: 286.5 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Castaic, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Tufesa operates a bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Ysidro once daily. Tickets cost $800–1,300 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Castaic to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Santa Clarita, L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Old Town Station, San Ysidro Station, and San Ysidro in around 7h 6m.

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