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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Oakland is to bus which costs $80 - $150 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Oakland is to tram and fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $65 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Oakland. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and arriving at Oakland via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Oakland. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Oakland via San Diego and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 58m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Oakland?

The distance between Tijuana and Oakland is 498 miles. The road distance is 511.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Oakland without a car is to bus via San Francisco Bus Station which takes 14h 32m and costs $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Tijuana to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Oakland bus from?

Tijuana to Oakland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Oakland train from?

Tijuana to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Tijuana to Oakland?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Oakland is to bus which takes 11h 27m and costs $80 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $400 and takes 16h 58m.

Where does the Tijuana to Oakland bus arrive?

Tijuana to Oakland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Tijuana to Oakland train arrive?

Tijuana to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Oakland is 511 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Tijuana to Oakland.

How do I get a train ticket from Tijuana to Oakland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Tijuana to Oakland?

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Where can I stay near Oakland?

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Tijuana to Oakland - 7 ways to travel via train, tram, plane, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Tijuana to Oakland by tram, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram, fly to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SAN - SFO
4h 33m
$76–265
Tram, fly to Oakland International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SAN - OAK
4h 19m
$69–308
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Oaklandbus FlixBus N2003
11h 27m
$81–141
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
16h 58m
$153–396
Drive 508.5 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Oaklandcar 508.5 mi
8h 31m
$93–134
Tram, fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane SAN - SJC
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
5h 23m
$85–514
Bus via San Francisco Bus Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
14h 32m
$108–174

Tijuana to Oakland by bus and subway (Greyhound)

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Distance: 494.7 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $80–130 and the journey takes 11h 20m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tijuana to Oakland via San Ysidro Station, America Plaza Station, San Diego, and Los Angeles in around 16h 58m.

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