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Journey Information
There are 35 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to Tijuana. Traveling by coach from San Diego to Tijuana usually takes around one hour and 25 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 59 minutes.
| Distance | 16 mi (25 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 59m |
| Cheapest price | £3.61 |
| Trips per day | 35 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 5 |
How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to Tijuana?
£3.82 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Diego to Tijuana. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from San Diego to Tijuana are expected to cost between £5 and £6 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Tijuana within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from £5. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from San Diego to Tijuana?
There are 5 bus lines from San Diego to Tijuana available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 20 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autobuses Monarca | 2 | 2h 45m | £28.44 |
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1h 0m | £4.07 |
| Greyhound | 20 | 1h 21m | £4.82 |
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 5 | 1h 5m | £9.66 |
| Los Limousines | 16 | 1h 34m | £6.82 |
Book Autobuses Monarca from San Diego to Tijuana from £28. There are 2 Autobuses Monarca schedules from San Diego to Tijuana and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Tijuana. In San Diego, Autobuses Monarca departs to Tijuana from San Ysidro CA and no other station. In Tijuana, Autobuses Monarca arrives at Calle Juan Garcia 3 and 1 other station.
An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from San Diego to Tijuana takes 2 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Autobuses Monarca trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 59 minutes .
On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Tijuana.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from San Diego to Tijuana, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 20 bus trips from San Diego to Tijuana every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 21 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Tijuana usually start from £4.
Book Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to Tijuana from £10. There are 5 Las Vegas Shuttles schedules from San Diego to Tijuana and you can expect on average to pay for a Las Vegas Shuttles ticket to Tijuana. In San Diego, Las Vegas Shuttles departs to Tijuana from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and no other station. In Tijuana, Las Vegas Shuttles arrives at Calzada Lazaro Cardenas and 1 other station.
An average trip on Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to Tijuana takes 1 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available Las Vegas Shuttles trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 59 minutes .
On weekends, Las Vegas Shuttles offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Tijuana.
Book Los Limousines from San Diego to Tijuana from £7. There are 16 Los Limousines schedules from San Diego to Tijuana and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Tijuana. In San Diego, Los Limousines departs to Tijuana from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and no other station. In Tijuana, Los Limousines arrives at Tijuana Rtno Sentri and 1 other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from San Diego to Tijuana takes 1 hours and 34 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 59 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 16 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Tijuana.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of one hour and 25 minutes to cover the 16 miles from San Diego to Tijuana. However, the fastest coach only takes 59 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. 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.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to Tijuana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Diego
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 bus 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 San Diego?
Main departure station: San Ysidro Transit Center
Coaches to Tijuana leave from 4 stations in San Diego.
All coach stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
San Ysidro CA
Where does the coach arrive in Tijuana?
Main arrival station: Calzada Lazaro Cardenas
Coaches arrive in Tijuana at 6 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Tijuana:
Calzada Lazaro Cardenas
Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Tijuana Airport
Tijuana International Airport
Calle Juan Garcia 3
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