What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana is to bus which costs $350 - $600 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $380 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Playas de Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at San Ysidro Bus Terminal via Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Playas de Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Iris Avenue Station via Santa Ana and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana?

The distance between Riverside and Playas de Tijuana is 250 km. The road distance is 191.6 km.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Playas de Tijuana bus from?

Riverside to Playas de Tijuana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Riverside station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Playas de Tijuana train from?

Riverside to Playas de Tijuana train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana?

The best way to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana is to bus which takes 5h 22m and costs $350 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $430 - $850 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Riverside to Playas de Tijuana bus arrive?

Riverside to Playas de Tijuana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Riverside to Playas de Tijuana train arrive?

Riverside to Playas de Tijuana train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Playas de Tijuana is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Playas de Tijuana?

There are 911+ hotels available in Playas de Tijuana.

Riverside to Playas de Tijuana - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana by train, tram, bus (Flixbus), car, train (Amtrak), or bus

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Anatrain
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the tram from Old Town Station to Iris Avenue Stationtram
4h 59m
$633–1,422
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Riverside to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 22m
$358–566
Drive 191.6 km
1. Drive from Riverside to Playas de Tijuanacar 191.6 km
2h 6m
$386–557
Train
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 38m
$439–806
Line 22 bus, line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Perris Transit Centerbus 22
2. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Wilkerson & Fourthbus 30
3. Take the bus from Perris to San Ysidrobus
8h 18m
$549–951

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Riverside to Playas de Tijuana.

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Distance: 250.5 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA and Playas de Tijuana, Mexico?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Riverside to San Ysidro Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $320–490 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to Playas de Tijuana via Vine St. Mobility Hub, Riverside - Downtown, Oceanside, San Diego, Santa Fe Depot, and Iris Avenue Station in around 6h 38m.

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