What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to El Cajon is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to El Cajon is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at El Cajon Station via 12th & Imperial Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Tijuana to El Cajon?

The distance between Tijuana and El Cajon is 39 miles. The road distance is 26.8 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to El Cajon without a car is to bus and tram which takes 3h 15m and costs $8 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Tijuana to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to El Cajon bus from?

Tijuana to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to El Cajon train from?

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

Where does the Tijuana to El Cajon bus arrive?

Tijuana to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Cajon Transit Center station.

Where does the Tijuana to El Cajon train arrive?

Tijuana to El Cajon train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at 12th & Imperial Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to El Cajon is 27 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Tijuana to El Cajon.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tijuana to El Cajon?

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Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1255+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Tijuana to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, and car

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
1h 2m
$6–12
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to 12th & Imperial Stationtram Blue
2. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to El Cajon Stationtram Orange
1h 32m
$5–31
Drive 26.7 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to El Cajoncar 26.7 mi
30 min
$5–7
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Diegobus Tijuana
2. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to El Cajon Stationtram Orange
3h 15m
$8–26

Tijuana to El Cajon by bus and tram

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 38.9 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to El Cajon Transit Center once daily. Tickets cost $5–11 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tijuana to El Cajon Station via San Ysidro Station and 12th & Imperial Station in around 1h 32m.

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