What is the cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Julian?

The cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Julian is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Julian?

The fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Julian is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Otay Mesa and Julian?

No, there is no direct bus from Otay Mesa to Julian. However, there are services departing from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd and arriving at Washington St & Hwy 78 via Iris Avenue Transit Center, San Ysidro Bus Terminal and El Cajon Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Otay Mesa to Julian?

The distance between Otay Mesa and Julian is 81 miles. The road distance is 69.4 miles.

How do I travel from Otay Mesa to Julian without a car?

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to Julian without a car is to tram and bus which takes 4h 32m and costs $8 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Otay Mesa to Julian?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Otay Mesa to Julian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otay Mesa to Julian bus from?

Otay Mesa to Julian bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Otay Mesa to Julian bus arrive?

Otay Mesa to Julian bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Cajon Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Otay Mesa to Julian?

Yes, the driving distance between Otay Mesa to Julian is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Otay Mesa to Julian.

Where can I stay near Julian?

There are 44+ hotels available in Julian.

Otay Mesa to Julian - 3 ways to travel via tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Otay Mesa to Julian by tram, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to El Cajon Stationtram Orange
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78bus 891
4h 32m
$8–37
Drive 69 mi
1. Drive from Otay Mesa to Juliancar 69 mi
1h 20m
$13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78bus 891
5h 36m
$12–26

Otay Mesa to Julian by bus and tram

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Distance: 80.6 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Otay Mesa, CA, USA and Julian, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Washington St & Hwy 78 via Iris Avenue Transit Center, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, and El Cajon Transit Center in around 5h 36m.

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