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 San Ysidro Bus Terminal and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

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 36 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 39m and costs $8 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from San Ysidro Bus Terminal 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 Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop 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 1796+ hotels available in La Jolla.

Tijuana to La Jolla - 5 ways to travel via bus, line 30 bus, tram, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tijuana to La Jolla by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), tram, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, line 30 bus via San Ysidro Bus Terminal
best
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
1h 26m
$6–12
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
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
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Diegobus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
3h 39m
$8–16

Tijuana to La Jolla by bus and tram

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 35.4 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a vehicle from Tijuana to Silverado St & Herschel Av via San Ysidro Bus Terminal, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Old Town Transit Center in around 1h 26m. 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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