What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana is to bus which costs $390 - $750 and takes 10h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $440 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Palm Springs to Tijuana?

The distance between Palm Springs and Tijuana is 342 km. The road distance is 225.3 km.

How do I travel from Palm Springs to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana without a car is to bus via Santa Ana which takes 6h 1m and costs $1100 - $1700.

How long does it take to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Springs to Tijuana bus from?

Palm Springs to Tijuana bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Palm Springs to Tijuana bus arrive?

Palm Springs to Tijuana bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palm Springs to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to Tijuana is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Palm Springs to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 586+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Palm Springs to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Springs to Tijuana by bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via Santa Ana
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 3102 / ...
6h 1m
$1,118–1,630
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
10h 41m
$392–736
Drive 225.3 km
1. Drive from Palm Springs to Tijuanacar 225.3 km
2h 30m
$448–647

Palm Springs to Tijuana by bus and train

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6h 1mAverage Duration

$1,118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.8 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Palm Springs, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Santa Ana, and Santa Ana in around 6h 1m.

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