What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego County to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego County to Tijuana is to drive which costs $140 - $220 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego County to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from San Diego County to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $140 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego County and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego County to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Maple View St & Ashwood St and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via El Cajon Transit Center and San Ysidro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from San Diego County to Tijuana?

The distance between San Diego County and Tijuana is 86 km. The road distance is 75.7 km.

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

The best way to get from San Diego County to Tijuana without a car is to line 848 bus and tram which takes 3h 37m and costs $1200 - $2000.

How long does it take to get from San Diego County to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from San Diego County to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego County to Tijuana bus from?

San Diego County to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Maple View St & Ashwood St station.

Where does the San Diego County to Tijuana bus arrive?

San Diego County to Tijuana bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at El Cajon Transit Center station.

Can I drive from San Diego County to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego County to Tijuana is 76 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from San Diego County to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 561+ hotels available in Tijuana.

San Diego County to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via line 848 bus, tram, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from San Diego County to Tijuana by bus, tram, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Line 848 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Maple View St & Ashwood St to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 848
2. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to 12th & Imperial Stationtram
3. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to San Ysidro Stationtram
3h 37m
$1,225–1,911
Drive 75.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego County to Tijuanacar 75.7 km
1h 2m
$147–212
Line 848 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Maple View St & Ashwood St to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 848
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0851S
4h 9m
$1,235–1,571

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Distance: 85.6 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a vehicle from San Diego County to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Maple View St & Ashwood St, El Cajon Transit Center, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, and San Ysidro in around 4h 9m.

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