What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Santa Ana via Cross Border Xpress. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Irvine via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Lake Forest?

The distance between Tijuana and Lake Forest is 104 miles. The road distance is 96.3 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Lake Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Lake Forest train from?

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

Where does the Tijuana to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Tijuana to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Where does the Tijuana to Lake Forest train arrive?

Tijuana to Lake Forest train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at America Plaza Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Lake Forest is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Tijuana to Lake Forest.

How do I get a train ticket from Tijuana to Lake Forest?

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Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

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Tijuana to Lake Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tijuana to Lake Forest by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 37m
$30–71
Drive 95.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Lake Forestcar 95.7 mi
1h 44m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to Santa Anabus 2 / ...
4h 14m
$31–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Oceansidebus Tijuana
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 56m
$22–30

Tijuana to Lake Forest by bus and train

21Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA?

Limousine Express operates a bus from Cross Border Xpress to Santa Ana every 3 hours. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 2h 10m. CBX Cross Border Express also services this route twice daily.

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