What is the cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana is to drive which costs $470 - $700 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $470 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Desert Hot Springs and arriving at Tijuana via C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos and Mexicali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and Tijuana is 376 km. The road distance is 228.4 km.

How do I travel from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana without a car is to bus via Mexicali which takes 6h 48m and costs $1100 - $1800.

How long does it take to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana bus from?

Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Desert Hot Springs station.

Where do I catch the Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana train from?

Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Springs Station.

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana is to bus via Mexicali which takes 6h 48m and costs $1100 - $1800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1900 - $3800 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana bus arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Calexico Bus Station.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana train arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana.

How do I get a bus ticket from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana?

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Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus (Amtrak), or bus

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Bus via Mexicali
best
1. Take the bus from Desert Hot Springs to Calexico Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0850
2. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
6h 48m
$1,117–1,713
Drive 228.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuanacar 228.4 km
2h 34m
$471–681
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 33m
$1,962–3,792
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana Central, B.C.bus Lxus 3105 / ...
8h 41m
$1,119–1,688
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
14h 34m
$1,458–2,067

Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana by bus and train

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8h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 376.1 km
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

You can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana via Desert Hot Springs, Calexico Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, and Mexicali in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Palm Springs Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Old Town Station, San Ysidro Station, and San Ysidro in around 9h 33m.

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