What is the cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Escondido. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Solana Beach and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Solana Beach station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via America Plaza Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Solana Beach to Tijuana?

The distance between Solana Beach and Tijuana is 70 km. The road distance is 65.1 km.

How do I travel from Solana Beach to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 32m and costs $500 - $1100.

How long does it take to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solana Beach to Tijuana bus from?

Solana Beach to Tijuana bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av station.

Where do I catch the Solana Beach to Tijuana train from?

Solana Beach to Tijuana train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Solana Beach Station.

Where does the Solana Beach to Tijuana bus arrive?

Solana Beach to Tijuana bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 station.

Where does the Solana Beach to Tijuana train arrive?

Solana Beach to Tijuana train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Solana Beach to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Solana Beach to Tijuana is 65 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Solana Beach to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 587+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Solana Beach to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 308 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Solana Beach to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 32m
$519–1,071
Drive 65.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Solana Beach to Tijuanacar 65.1 km
45 min
$128–184
Line 308 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13bus 308
2. Take the bus from Escondido to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 2121
3h 46m
$493–736
Line 101 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Dahlia Dr to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the tram from UTC Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 40m
$453–896

Solana Beach to Tijuana by train, tram, and bus

42Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

$519Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.1 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Solana Beach, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and Escondido in around 3h 46m.

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