What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to La Jolla is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to La Jolla is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Línea, B.C. and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via San Ysidro Bus Terminal and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to La Jolla station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Tijuana to La Jolla?

The distance between Tijuana and La Jolla is 35 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to La Jolla without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to La Jolla without a car is to bus and line 30 bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $25 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Tijuana to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to La Jolla bus from?

Tijuana to La Jolla bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Tijuana Línea, B.C. station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to La Jolla train from?

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

Where does the Tijuana to La Jolla bus arrive?

Tijuana to La Jolla bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the Tijuana to La Jolla train arrive?

Tijuana to La Jolla train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at UCSD Central Campus Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to La Jolla is 33 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Tijuana to La Jolla.

Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2197+ hotels available in La Jolla.

Tijuana to La Jolla - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tijuana to La Jolla by tram, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Tram, line 30 bus
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1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Old Town Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
1h 58m
$4–18
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to San Ysidrobus
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to San Diegobus
3. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
3h 38m
$25–41
Drive 33 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to La Jollacar 33 mi
37 min
$6–9
Tram
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to UCSD Central Campus Stationtram Blue
2h 7m
$5–21

Tijuana to La Jolla by bus

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to Silverado St & Herschel Av via San Ysidro, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, San Diego, and Old Town Transit Center in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from San Ysidro Station to UCSD Central Campus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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