What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX). However, there are services departing from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Los Angeles Airport (LAX). However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Los Angeles via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The distance between Tijuana and Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is 134 miles. The road distance is 143.9 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) without a car is to Airport Transfer which takes 2h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus from?

Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) train from?

Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus arrive?

Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) train arrive?

Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Where can I stay near Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

There are 3017+ hotels available in Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Can I share a ride from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Tijuana and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) - 7 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 7 ways to get from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) by tram, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram to San Diego International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3h 21m
$165–671
Drive 143 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)car 143 mi
2h 32m
$27–38
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Old Town Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from San Diego to LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stopbus reLAXsan
4h 39m
$57–123
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 42m
$50–114
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Tijuana to Los Angeles-LAXrideshare 143 mi
2h 32m
Bus to Imperial County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
2. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
5h 3m
$109–483
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
6h 13m
$34–58

Tijuana to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) by bus (Greyhound)

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6h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.9 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and Los Angeles Airport (LAX), USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $27–45 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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