What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Tijuana is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Tijuana is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via San Ysidro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via 12th & Imperial Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Tijuana?

The distance between El Cajon and Tijuana is 58 km. The road distance is 43.5 km.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $460 - $750.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from El Cajon to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Tijuana bus from?

El Cajon to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Cajon Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Tijuana train from?

El Cajon to Tijuana train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from El Cajon Station.

Where does the El Cajon to Tijuana bus arrive?

El Cajon to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Where does the El Cajon to Tijuana train arrive?

El Cajon to Tijuana train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at 12th & Imperial Station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Tijuana is 43 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from El Cajon to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 584+ hotels available in Tijuana.

El Cajon to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from El Cajon to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound), tram, car, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0851S
2h 5m
$466–710
Drive 43.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Tijuanacar 43.5 km
31 min
$88–126
Tram
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to 12th & Imperial Stationtram Orange
2. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 23m
$454–1,085
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to 12th & Imperial Stationtram Orange
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
3h 54m
$144–455

El Cajon to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound)

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2h 5mAverage Duration

$466Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.4 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Ysidro Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–160 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from El Cajon Station to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via 12th & Imperial Station, San Ysidro Station, and San Ysidro in around 2h 23m.

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