What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Pacific Beach and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Beach to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Grand Av & Ingraham St and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and San Ysidro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Pacific Beach and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Pacific Beach station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Balboa Avenue Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

The distance between Pacific Beach and Tijuana is 43 km. The road distance is 45.5 km.

How do I travel from Pacific Beach to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana without a car is to tram which takes 2h 29m and costs $460 - $900.

How long does it take to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pacific Beach to Tijuana bus from?

Pacific Beach to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Grand Av & Ingraham St station.

Where do I catch the Pacific Beach to Tijuana train from?

Pacific Beach to Tijuana train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Balboa Avenue Station.

Where does the Pacific Beach to Tijuana bus arrive?

Pacific Beach to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Transit Center station.

Where does the Pacific Beach to Tijuana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Beach to Tijuana is 46 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Pacific Beach to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 572+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Pacific Beach to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via tram, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana by tram, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Balboa Avenue Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 29m
$465–901
Drive 45.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pacific Beach to Tijuanacar 45.5 km
34 min
$94–136
Line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to Old Town Transit Centerbus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2h 42m
$475–731

Pacific Beach to Tijuana by bus and tram

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 43.2 km
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Pacific Beach, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from Balboa Avenue Station to San Ysidro Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $40–260 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, and San Ysidro in around 2h 42m.

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