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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Columbia is to fly and bus which costs $220 - $800 and takes 12h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Columbia is to fly which takes 10h 14m and costs $390 - $1,700.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Columbia Station via San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 5h.

How far is it from Tijuana to Columbia?

The distance between Tijuana and Columbia is 2118 miles. The road distance is 2356.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Columbia without a car is to bus and train via Houston which takes 2 days 19h and costs $600 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 10h 14m to get from Tijuana to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Columbia train from?

Tijuana to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or fly from Tijuana to Columbia?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Columbia is to fly which takes 10h 14m and costs $390 - $1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1,100 - $2,500 and takes 3 days 5h.

What is the time difference between Tijuana and Columbia?

Columbia is 3h ahead of Tijuana. It is currently 11:10 PM in Tijuana and 2:10 AM in Columbia.

Where does the Tijuana to Columbia train arrive?

Tijuana to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Columbia is 2356 miles. It takes approximately 37h 3m to drive from Tijuana to Columbia.

How do I get a train ticket from Tijuana to Columbia?

Book your Tijuana to Columbia train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 392+ hotels available in Columbia.

Tijuana to Columbia - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tijuana to Columbia by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly to Columbia
best
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Columbia (CAE)plane SAN - CAE
10h 14m
$397–1,623
Fly to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field, bus
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1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field (AGS)plane SAN - AGS
2. Take the bus from Augusta to Columbia, SCbus
12h 48m
$226–753
Bus, train via Houston
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Ciudad Juárezbus
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Wildwoodbus
4. Take the bus from Wildwood Amtrak Station to Lakelandbus
5. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Columbia Stationtrain
2d 19h
$627–1,049
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain
3d 5h
$1,143–2,436
Drive 2,342.8 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Columbiacar 2,342.8 mi
37h 3m
$428–618
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to San Luis Río Coloradobus
2. Take the bus from William Brook Ave @ B Street to Gila Street @ 3rd Streetbus
3. Take the train from Yuma Amtrak to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain
3d 22h
$1,235–2,593

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Columbia (CAE) flights

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7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,105.9 mi
Duration: 10h 14m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and Columbia, SC, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Columbia (CAE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tijuana to Columbia Station via San Ysidro Station, America Plaza Station, San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 3d 5h.

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