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

The cheapest way to get from San Fernando to Tijuana is to drive which costs $490 - $750 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Fernando to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $490 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between San Fernando and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from San Fernando to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Truman / Maclay and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Los Angeles - Pacoima and San Ysidro Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between San Fernando and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from San Fernando to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Sylmar / San Fernando and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from San Fernando to Tijuana?

The distance between San Fernando and Tijuana is 273 km. The road distance is 255.9 km.

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

The best way to get from San Fernando to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs $800 - $1400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from San Fernando to Tijuana, including transfers.

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

San Fernando to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Los Angeles - Pacoima station.

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

San Fernando to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Van Nuys station.

Train or bus from San Fernando to Tijuana?

The best way to get from San Fernando to Tijuana is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs $800 - $1400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $850 - $2100 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the San Fernando to Tijuana bus arrive?

San Fernando to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the San Fernando to Tijuana train arrive?

San Fernando to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from San Fernando to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between San Fernando to Tijuana is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from San Fernando to Tijuana.

How do I get a train ticket from San Fernando to Tijuana?

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

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San Fernando to Tijuana - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from San Fernando to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or train (Amtrak)

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
5h 33m
$821–1,792
Drive 255.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from San Fernando to Tijuanacar 255.9 km
2h 53m
$493–711
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Ysidrobus San Jose
7h 12m
$823–1,382
Bus via Los Angeles (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
7h 30m
$518–862
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Van Nuys to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 2m
$853–2,082

San Fernando to Tijuana by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 12mAverage Duration

$823Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.5 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

Tufesa operates a bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Ysidro once daily. Tickets cost $750–1,200 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Van Nuys to San Diego every 4 hours. Tickets cost $750–1,700 and the journey takes 3h 54m.

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