What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Cross Border Xpress and Santa Fe Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to California State University, San Marcos station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Cal State San Marcos Station via San Diego and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos?

The distance between Tijuana and California State University, San Marcos is 57 miles. The road distance is 52.6 miles.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos bus from?

Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Cross Border Xpress station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos train from?

Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from San Ysidro Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos is 53 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos.

Where can I stay near California State University, San Marcos?

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Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos

Q: How do I travel from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos without a car is to bus and tram which takes 3h 50m and costs $7 - $35.

Q: How long does it take to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos by tram, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to City College Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus 280
3h 14m
$7–28
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to City College Stationtram
3. Take the bus from Broadway & Park Bl to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235
3h 50m
$8–35
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram
2. Take the train from San Diego to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Cal State San Marcos Stationtram
4h
$18–50
Drive 52.3 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to California State University, San Marcoscar 52.3 mi
57 min
$10–14
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to San Diego - Santa Fe Depotbus 4
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235 / ...
4h 28m
$22–58
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Oceansidebus Tijuana
4h 38m
$16–25

Tijuana to California State University, San Marcos by bus, tram, and foot

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and California State University, San Marcos, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal to California State University, San Marcos via Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal, Cross Border Xpress, Santa Fe Depot, Escondido Transit Center, Escondido Transit Center, and Cal State San Marcos Station in around 4h 28m.

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