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

The cheapest way to get from Whittier to Tijuana is to drive which costs $420 - $650 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whittier to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $420 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Whittier and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Whittier to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via El Monte Station Lower Level and El Monte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Whittier and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Whittier to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Whittier to Tijuana?

The distance between Whittier and Tijuana is 247 km. The road distance is 205.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Whittier to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $600 - $1000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Whittier to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whittier to Tijuana bus from?

Whittier to Tijuana bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from El Monte station.

Where do I catch the Whittier to Tijuana train from?

Whittier to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Whittier to Tijuana bus arrive?

Whittier to Tijuana bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Tijuana Línea, B.C. station.

Where does the Whittier to Tijuana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whittier to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Whittier to Tijuana is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Whittier to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 572+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Whittier to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Whittier to Tijuana by bus, train, tram, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 3105
4h 36m
$632–1,000
Drive 205.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Whittier to Tijuanacar 205.7 km
2h 19m
$425–613
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
5h 40m
$1,408–2,553
Bus via Pacific & 10th SW (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
8h 44m
$443–723

Whittier to Tijuana by bus

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4h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.6 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from El Monte to Tijuana Línea, B.C. twice daily. Tickets cost $600–900 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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