What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown San Diego and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Broadway & Park Bl and arriving at Otay Mesa Transit Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown San Diego and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Downtown San Diego station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from City College Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana?

The distance between Downtown San Diego and Tijuana is 33 km. The road distance is 36.1 km.

How do I travel from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana without a car is to tram and bus which takes 2h 27m and costs $85 - $410.

How long does it take to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Diego to Tijuana bus from?

Downtown San Diego to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Broadway & Park Bl station.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Diego to Tijuana train from?

Downtown San Diego to Tijuana train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from City College Station.

Where does the Downtown San Diego to Tijuana bus arrive?

Downtown San Diego to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Otay Mesa Transit Center station.

Where does the Downtown San Diego to Tijuana train arrive?

Downtown San Diego to Tijuana train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at San Ysidro Station.

Can I drive from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown San Diego to Tijuana is 36 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 572+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Downtown San Diego to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 225 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown San Diego to Tijuana by tram, bus, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from City College Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
53 min
$58–277
Line 225 bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway & Park Bl to Otay Mesa Transit Centerbus 225
1h 10m
$61–114
Drive 36.1 km
1. Drive from Downtown San Diego to Tijuanacar 36.1 km
25 min
$70–101
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from City College Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Greyhound US0830 / ...
2h 27m
$87–404

Downtown San Diego to Tijuana by foot, tram, and bus

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Distance: 32.9 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Downtown San Diego, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from City College Station to San Ysidro Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $40–260 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from Broadway & Park Bl to Otay Mesa Transit Center every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 52 min.

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