What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana Airport (TIJ) and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar station. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Airport and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via San Ysidro Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar?

The distance between Tijuana Airport (TIJ) and Sylmar is 168 miles. The road distance is 162.1 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar without a car is to bus which takes 6h 47m and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar bus from?

Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Tijuana Airport station.

Where does the Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar bus arrive?

Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Can I drive from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar.

Where can I stay near Sylmar?

There are 322+ hotels available in Sylmar.

Can I share a ride from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Tijuana Airport (TIJ) and Sylmar. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmar by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, tram, train, rideshare, or car

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1. Take the bus from Tijuana Airport to San Ysidrobus
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
6h 47m
$30–58
Bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Airport to San Ysidrobus
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram
3. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain
4. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
7h 23m
$51–118
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Tijuana-TIJ to Sylmarrideshare 161.2 mi
2h 54m
Drive 161.2 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Sylmarcar 161.2 mi
2h 54m
$30–43
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro, CA to Downtown Los Angelesbus San Ysidro
2. Take the bus from Main / 7th to Hubbard / Glenoaksbus 92
7h 17m
$43–75

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Tijuana Airport (TIJ), Mexico and Sylmar, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tijuana Airport to Sylmar / San Fernando via San Ysidro, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, and L.A. Union Station in around 6h 47m.

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