What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Línea, B.C. and arriving at Flower / 7th via Garvey Ave and Mountain View Rd W and El Monte Station - Upper Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via San Diego, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Santa Monica?

The distance between Tijuana and Santa Monica is 168 miles. The road distance is 151 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Santa Monica bus from?

Tijuana to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Tijuana Línea, B.C. station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Santa Monica train from?

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

Train or bus from Tijuana to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $100 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Tijuana to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Tijuana to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at El Monte station.

Where does the Tijuana to Santa Monica train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tijuana to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Santa Monica is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Tijuana to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3194+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tijuana to Santa Monica by bus, train (Amtrak), car, tram, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to El Montebus Lxus 3126
4h 42m
$38–57
Bus, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
7h 21m
$27–44
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 47m
$37–95
Drive 150.2 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Santa Monicacar 150.2 mi
2h 43m
$28–40
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
4. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4h 36m
$159–477

Tijuana to Santa Monica by bus and tram

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4h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.7 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to El Monte twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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