What is the cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Tijuana is to drive which costs $250 - $370 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Clemente to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $250 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between San Clemente and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from San Clemente to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Tijuana?

The distance between San Clemente and Tijuana is 129 km. The road distance is 124.4 km.

How do I travel from San Clemente to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from San Clemente to Tijuana without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 25m and costs $650 - $1400.

How long does it take to get from San Clemente to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from San Clemente to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Tijuana bus from?

San Clemente to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Oceanside station.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Tijuana train from?

San Clemente to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Where does the San Clemente to Tijuana bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Clemente to Tijuana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Clemente to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Tijuana is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from San Clemente to Tijuana.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Clemente to Tijuana?

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San Clemente to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from San Clemente to Tijuana by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 25m
$697–1,374
Drive 124.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from San Clemente to Tijuanacar 124.4 km
1h 23m
$254–367
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
4h 29m
$363–499
Line 91 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7bus 91
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 3102 / ...
4h 57m
$622–872

San Clemente to Tijuana by train, tram, and bus

42Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.3 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between San Clemente, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Oceanside to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano 3 times a day. Tickets cost $230–320 and the journey takes 3h.

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