Cheap coach tickets from Tijuana to San Diego

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Coach from Tijuana to San Diego: Journey Information

There are 44 intercity coaches per day from Tijuana to San Diego. Travelling by coach from Tijuana to San Diego usually takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net coach can make the trip in 39 minutes.

Distance
16 mi (25 km)
Shortest duration
39m
Cheapest price
£5.19
Trips per day
44
Most frequent service
Greyhound
Coach lines
3

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How much is a coach ticket from Tijuana to San Diego?

Coach tickets for a trip from Tijuana to San Diego cost about £10 when you book at the cheapest time, on the day you travel. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Tijuana to San Diego by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Tijuana to San Diego in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £6 to £16. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 18 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to San Diego this week, coach tickets are available starting at £15.

Average coach ticket prices from Tijuana to San Diego by month

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Taking the coach from Tijuana to San Diego is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only £11. If you're planning to take the coach from Tijuana to San Diego during July, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £18. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap coach tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.

What coach companies travel from Tijuana to San Diego?

There are 3 coach lines from Tijuana to San Diego available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 25 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US112h 20m£8.18
Futura Net1452m£29.35
Greyhound252h 31m£8.52
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 11 trips per day from Tijuana to San Diego, and the average ticket for this route costs only £8.18.

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  • Book Futura Net from Tijuana to San Diego from £19.32. There are 14 trips per day offered by Futura Net from Tijuana to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay £29.35 for a Futura Net ticket to San Diego. In Tijuana, Futura Net departs to San Diego from Tijuana International Airport. In San Diego, Futura Net arrives at San Diego University Ave and one other station.

    An average trip on Futura Net from Tijuana to San Diego takes 52 minutes, while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to San Diego in 39 minutes.

    At weekends, Futura Net offers 14 trips per day. A single ticket costs £19.32 for a weekend trip to San Diego.

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 25 coach trips from Tijuana to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 31 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from £5.19.

    Passengers boarding a Greyhound with their cheap bus tickets, ready for a comfortable and budget-friendly trip - WanderuA Greyhound bus parked, waiting for passengers with cheap bus tickets ready to travel - WanderuComfortable seating inside a Greyhound, perfect for those traveling with cheap bus tickets who want to make the most of their journey - WanderuA passenger using the power outlets available on Greyhound to access their affordable bus ticket digitally - WanderuA passenger uses Greyhound's onboard wifi to enjoy their intercity bus trip - WanderuA bus awaits passengers who have bought cheap Greyhound tickets - Wanderu

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Tijuana to San Diego

There are 44 scheduled coaches that travel from Tijuana to San Diego every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 33 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

44

Direct trips

33

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 16 miles from Tijuana to San Diego. However, the fastest coach only takes 39 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

16

Distance (km)

25

The first coach leaves at 3:20 and the last coach leaves at 19:21. To see the times for all coaches from Tijuana to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

3:20am

Latest coach

7:21pm

With many people travelling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to San Diego, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Wednesday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

San Diego

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San Diego is known as “America's Finest City” for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.

Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.

Two airports, as well as many coach and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Tijuana?

Main departure station: Tijuana (Central)

Coaches to San Diego leave from 4 stations in Tijuana.

All coach stations in Tijuana:

  • Tijuana (Central)
  • Tijuana International Airport
  • Hotel City Express
  • Tijuana Airport

Where does the coach arrive in San Diego?

Main arrival station: San Ysidro Transit Center

Coaches arrive in San Diego at 5 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in San Diego:

  • San Ysidro Transit Center
  • San Diego University Ave
  • San Ysidro Bus Terminal
  • 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)

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