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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Escondido is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Escondido is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Escondido. 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 3h 45m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Escondido?

The distance between Tijuana and Escondido is 52 miles. The road distance is 47.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Escondido without a car is to bus and tram which takes 3h 7m and costs $5 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Tijuana to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Escondido bus from?

Tijuana to Escondido bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Cross Border Xpress station.

Where does the Tijuana to Escondido bus arrive?

Tijuana to Escondido bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Escondido is 48 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Tijuana to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 539+ hotels available in Escondido.

Tijuana to Escondido - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, car, and line 4 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Tijuana to Escondido by tram, bus, or car

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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
2h 31m
$5–21
Drive 47.3 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Escondidocar 47.3 mi
51 min
$9–13
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 7m
$6–28
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 / ...
3h 45m
$20–51

Tijuana to Escondido by bus and tram

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3h 7mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.4 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal to Escondido Transit Center via Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal, Cross Border Xpress, and Santa Fe Depot in around 3h 45m.

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