What is the cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Tijuana is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Del Mar to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Tijuana is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $120 - $180.

Is there a direct train between Del Mar and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Del Mar station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via America Plaza Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Tijuana?

The distance between Del Mar and Tijuana is 79 km. The road distance is 61.8 km.

How long does it take to get from Del Mar to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Del Mar to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Del Mar to Tijuana train from?

Del Mar to Tijuana train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Solana Beach Station.

Where does the Del Mar to Tijuana train arrive?

Del Mar to Tijuana train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Tijuana is 62 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Del Mar to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 557+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Del Mar to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and line 101 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Del Mar to Tijuana by train, tram, car, or bus

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 9m
$239–660
Line 101 bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Gilman Dr & Myers Drbus 101
2. Take the tram from UCSD Central Campus Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 11m
$99–370
Drive 61.8 km
1. Drive from Del Mar to Tijuanacar 61.8 km
44 min
$121–175

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Distance: 79.2 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Del Mar to Tijuana. However, you can take the line 101 bus to Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr, walk to Solana Beach Station, take the train to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot, walk to America Plaza Station, take the vehicle to San Ysidro Station, then drive to Tijuana. Alternatively, you can drive from Del Mar to Tijuana in around 44 min.

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