What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana is to bus which costs $4900 - $9500 and takes 42h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $4100 - $17000.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Denver Union Station, Las Vegas Bus Terminal and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 25m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The distance between Des Moines and Tijuana is 2349 km. The road distance is 2836.1 km.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 42h 25m and costs $4900 - $9500.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Des Moines to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Tijuana bus from?

Des Moines to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $4100 - $17000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4900 - $9500 and takes 42h 25m.

Where does the Des Moines to Tijuana bus arrive?

Des Moines to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tijuana?

Tijuana is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 3:17 AM in Des Moines and 1:17 AM in Tijuana.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Tijuana is 2836 km. It takes approximately 27h 24m to drive from Des Moines to Tijuana.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Tijuana?

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Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 557+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Des Moines to Tijuana - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Tijuana by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DSM - SAN
6h 56m
$4,103–16,737
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DSM - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus
8h 56m
$3,653–13,387
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus
4. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus
42h 25m
$4,902–9,180
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
44h 23m
$11,510–22,580
Drive 2,836.1 km
1. Drive from Des Moines to Tijuanacar 2,836.1 km
27h 24m
$5,512–7,961
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from Ciudad Juárez to Tijuanabus
46h 11m
$6,314–8,756

Des Moines to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

42h 25mAverage Duration

$4,902Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,348.6 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Denver Union Station, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Santa Ana Bus Stop, and Santa Ana in around 42h 25m.

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