What is the cheapest way to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana is to drive which costs $280 - $420 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $280 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Laguna Beach and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Laguna Beach to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Laguna Beach Layover and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Laguna Beach and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Laguna Beach station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Laguna Beach to Tijuana?

The distance between Laguna Beach and Tijuana is 158 km. The road distance is 146.4 km.

How do I travel from Laguna Beach to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 56m and costs $1200 - $2200.

How long does it take to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laguna Beach to Tijuana bus from?

Laguna Beach to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Laguna Beach to Tijuana train from?

Laguna Beach to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Where does the Laguna Beach to Tijuana bus arrive?

Laguna Beach to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano station.

Where does the Laguna Beach to Tijuana train arrive?

Laguna Beach to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Laguna Beach to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Laguna Beach to Tijuana is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Laguna Beach to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 587+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Laguna Beach to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Laguna Beach to Tijuana by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 56m
$1,290–2,159
Drive 146.4 km
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1. Drive from Laguna Beach to Tijuanacar 146.4 km
1h 43m
$286–413
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
6h 9m
$439–669

Laguna Beach to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound)

21Weekly Buses

6h 9mAverage Duration

$439Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.1 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Laguna Beach, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano 3 times a day. Tickets cost $370–600 and the journey takes 4h.

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