What is the cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana is to drive which costs $480 - $700 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $480 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Van Nuys and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Van Nuys to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys / Victory and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Los Angeles - Pacoima and San Ysidro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Van Nuys and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Van Nuys to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Van Nuys to Tijuana?

The distance between Van Nuys and Tijuana is 263 km. The road distance is 248.9 km.

How do I travel from Van Nuys to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana without a car is to train and tram which takes 5h 50m and costs $1000 - $2200.

How long does it take to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to Tijuana bus from?

Van Nuys to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Los Angeles - Pacoima station.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to Tijuana train from?

Van Nuys to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Van Nuys station.

Where does the Van Nuys to Tijuana bus arrive?

Van Nuys to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the Van Nuys to Tijuana train arrive?

Van Nuys to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Van Nuys to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Van Nuys to Tijuana is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Van Nuys to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 587+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Van Nuys to Tijuana - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Van Nuys to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Van Nuys to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
5h 50m
$1,044–2,191
Drive 248.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Van Nuys to Tijuanacar 248.9 km
2h 48m
$487–703
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Ysidrobus San Jose
6h 54m
$1,138–1,783
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
2. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to San Ysidro Stationtram
5h 16m
$3,371–9,120
Bus via Los Angeles Union Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
7h 8m
$519–864

Van Nuys to Tijuana by train, tram, and bus

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.9 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Tufesa operates a bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Ysidro once daily. Tickets cost $750–1,200 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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