What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana is to drive which costs $450 - $700 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $450 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Tijuana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Los Angeles Union Station station and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Tijuana?

The distance between Los Angeles and Tijuana is 233 km. The road distance is 222.7 km.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana without a car is to train and tram which takes 4h 53m and costs $1000 - $2100.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Tijuana bus from?

Los Angeles to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Tijuana train from?

Los Angeles to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Tijuana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Los Angeles to Tijuana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Tijuana is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Los Angeles to Tijuana.

How do I get a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Tijuana?

Book your Los Angeles to Tijuana bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 588+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Los Angeles to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to Tijuana by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
4h 53m
$1,000–2,041
Drive 222.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Tijuanacar 222.7 km
2h 28m
$456–659
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
5h 10m
$460–800
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Stationtram
5h 2m
$3,307–9,650

Los Angeles to Tijuana by train, tram, and bus

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.7 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano 3 times a day. Tickets cost $460–800 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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