What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station via San Diego - Old Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Carlsbad?

The distance between Tijuana and Carlsbad is 59 miles. The road distance is 53.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $15 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Carlsbad bus from?

Tijuana to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Carlsbad train from?

Tijuana to Carlsbad train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from San Ysidro Station.

Where does the Tijuana to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Tijuana to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Oceanside station.

Where does the Tijuana to Carlsbad train arrive?

Tijuana to Carlsbad train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Carlsbad is 53 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Tijuana to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 879+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Tijuana to Carlsbad - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tijuana to Carlsbad by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Old Town Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain Coaster
2h 46m
$4–20
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Oceansidebus Tijuana
3h 55m
$16–23
Drive 53.1 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Carlsbadcar 53.1 mi
58 min
$10–14
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 UTC Stationtram
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Carlsbad Bl & Oak Avbus 101
4h 34m
$6–28

Tijuana to Carlsbad by bus (Greyhound)

21Weekly Buses

3h 55mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.1 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Oceanside 3 times a day. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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