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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Poway is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Poway is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Poway?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Poway. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Hilleary Pl & Hilleary Park Dr via Cross Border Xpress, Santa Fe Depot and Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Poway?

The distance between Tijuana and Poway is 48 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Poway without a car is to line 4 bus and line 235 bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $21 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Tijuana to Poway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Poway bus from?

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

Where does the Tijuana to Poway bus arrive?

Tijuana to Poway bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Poway?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Poway is 39 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Tijuana to Poway.

Where can I stay near Poway?

There are 332+ hotels available in Poway.

Tijuana to Poway - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 235 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tijuana to Poway by tram, bus, or car

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Tram, line 235 bus
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to City College Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from Broadway & Park Bl to Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Stationbus 235
2h 30m
$7–26
Drive 38.5 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Powaycar 38.5 mi
45 min
$7–11
Tram, line 290 bus
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to City College Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Stationbus 290
2h 58m
$7–26
Line 4 bus, line 235 bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to San Diego - Santa Fe Depotbus 4
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Stationbus 235 / ...
4h 10m
$22–56

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal to Hilleary Pl & Hilleary Park Dr via Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal, Cross Border Xpress, Santa Fe Depot, and Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Station in around 4h 10m.

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