What is the cheapest way to get from Orange County to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Orange County to Tijuana is to drive which costs $330 - $490 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orange County to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Orange County to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $330 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Orange County and Tijuana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Orange County and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Orange County to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Orange County to Tijuana?

The distance between Orange County and Tijuana is 182 km. The road distance is 173.5 km.

How do I travel from Orange County to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Orange County to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $370 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Orange County to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Orange County to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orange County to Tijuana bus from?

Orange County to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Orange County to Tijuana train from?

Orange County to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Orange County to Tijuana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Orange County to Tijuana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Orange County to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Orange County to Tijuana is 174 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Orange County to Tijuana.

How do I get a bus ticket from Orange County to Tijuana?

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Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 574+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Orange County to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 5m
$535–1,220
Drive 173.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Orange County to Tijuanacar 173.5 km
1h 56m
$336–485
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
4h
$370–600

Orange County to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound)

21Weekly Buses

4hAverage Duration

$370Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.2 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Orange County, 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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