What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana is to drive which costs $310 - $450 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $310 - $450.

Is there a direct train between Lake Forest and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Forest to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Lake Forest to Tijuana?

The distance between Lake Forest and Tijuana is 161 km. The road distance is 154.5 km.

How do I travel from Lake Forest to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 51m and costs $750 - $1600.

How long does it take to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to Tijuana train from?

Lake Forest to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Lake Forest to Tijuana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Forest to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Forest to Tijuana is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Lake Forest to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 582+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Lake Forest to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Forest to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 51m
$769–1,575
Drive 154.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Forest to Tijuanacar 154.5 km
1h 45m
$311–449
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Irvine to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
4h 55m
$386–531

Lake Forest to Tijuana by train, tram, and bus

42Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

$769Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.3 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

There is no direct connection from Lake Forest to Tijuana. However, you can take the train to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, walk to Old Town Station, take the vehicle to San Ysidro Station, walk to San Ysidro, then take the bus to Tijuana Línea, B.C.. Alternatively, you can take a train from Irvine to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Oceanside and Oceanside in around 4h 55m.

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