What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana is to drive which costs $310 - $470 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $310 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Costa Mesa and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Costa Mesa to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Tijuana?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Tijuana is 193 km. The road distance is 164.7 km.

How do I travel from Costa Mesa to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $600 - $900.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Tijuana bus from?

Costa Mesa to Tijuana bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Tijuana train from?

Costa Mesa to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Tijuana bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Tijuana bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Tijuana Línea, B.C. station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Tijuana train arrive?

Costa Mesa to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Tijuana is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Costa Mesa to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 558+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Costa Mesa to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Tijuana by bus, train, tram, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 3102 / ...
3h 15m
$634–884
Drive 164.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Tijuanacar 164.7 km
2h 1m
$320–461
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
5h 12m
$724–1,454
Line 55 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Harbor-Bernard to Flower-6Thbus 55
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
6h 25m
$439–669

Costa Mesa to Tijuana by bus

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.6 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana Línea, B.C. 4 times a day. Tickets cost $600–850 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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