What is the cheapest way to get from National City to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from National City to Tijuana is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from National City to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from National City to Tijuana is to drive which takes 19 min and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between National City and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from National City to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Highland Av & 8th St and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Iris Avenue Transit Center and San Ysidro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between National City and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from National City station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from 8th Street Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from National City to Tijuana?

The distance between National City and Tijuana is 20 km. The road distance is 25.6 km.

How do I travel from National City to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from National City to Tijuana without a car is to tram which takes 1h 29m and costs $390 - $750.

How long does it take to get from National City to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from National City to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the National City to Tijuana bus from?

National City to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Highland Av & 8th St station.

Where do I catch the National City to Tijuana train from?

National City to Tijuana train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from 8th Street Station.

Where does the National City to Tijuana bus arrive?

National City to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Iris Avenue Transit Center station.

Where does the National City to Tijuana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from National City to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between National City to Tijuana is 26 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from National City to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 586+ hotels available in Tijuana.

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There are 4 ways to get from National City to Tijuana by tram, bus, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from 8th Street Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
1h 29m
$392–745
Drive 25.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from National City to Tijuanacar 25.6 km
19 min
$50–72
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from 8th Street Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Greyhound US0830 / ...
2h 24m
$77–345
Line 929 bus, line 906 bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Av & 8th St to Iris Avenue Transit Centerbus 929
2. Take the bus from Iris Avenue Transit Center to San Ysidro Transit Centerbus 906 / ...
2h 27m
$443–726

National City to Tijuana by tram and bus

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.5 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between National City, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from 8th Street Station to San Ysidro Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $30–200 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Highland Av & 8th St to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Iris Avenue Transit Center, San Ysidro Transit Center, and San Ysidro in around 2h 27m.

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