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Coach from San Diego to Tijuana: Journey Information
There are 73 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to Tijuana. Traveling by coach from San Diego to Tijuana usually takes around one hour and 36 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional coach can make the trip in 30 minutes.
| Distance | 16 mi (25 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 30m |
| Cheapest price | SEK 69.18 |
| Trips per day | 53 |
| Most frequent service | Futura Net |
| Coach lines | 5 |
How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to Tijuana?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Diego to Tijuana cost SEK 140.34 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from San Diego to Tijuana by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to SEK 24.98 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
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 27 daily trips, Futura Net 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 20 | 2h 40m | SEK 132.71 |
| Futura Net | 27 | 1h 0m | SEK 361.65 |
| Greyhound | 20 | 1h 51m | SEK 109.71 |
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 6 | 1h 5m | SEK 157.28 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 8 | 0h 56m | SEK 178.89 |
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 20 trips per day from San Diego to Tijuana, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Futura Net from San Diego to Tijuana from SEK 198. There are 27 Futura Net schedules from San Diego to Tijuana and you can expect on average to pay for a Futura Net ticket to Tijuana. In San Diego, Futura Net departs to Tijuana from San Diego University Ave and 1 other station. In Tijuana, Futura Net arrives at Tijuana International Airport and 1 other station.
An average trip on Futura Net from San Diego to Tijuana takes 1 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 28 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Tijuana.
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 51 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Tijuana usually start from SEK 64.
Book Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to Tijuana from SEK 129. There are 6 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 Tijuana (Central) 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 30 minutes .
On weekends, Las Vegas Shuttles offers 6 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Tijuana.
Book Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Tijuana from SEK 109. There are 8 Tufesa Internacional schedules from San Diego to Tijuana and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Tijuana. In San Diego, Tufesa Internacional departs to Tijuana from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and no other station. In Tijuana, Tufesa Internacional arrives at Suc Insurgente and 1 other station.
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Tijuana takes 0 hours and 56 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 8 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Tijuana.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from San Diego to Tijuana
The coach takes an average of one hour and 36 minutes to cover the 16 miles from San Diego to Tijuana. However, the fastest coach only takes 30 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.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Tijuana. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 Tijuana, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. 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 Bus Terminal
Coaches to Tijuana leave from 5 stations in San Diego.
All coach stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
San Ysidro Transit Center
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Diego University Ave
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Tijuana?
Main arrival station: Tijuana (Central)
Coaches arrive in Tijuana at 5 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana (Central)
Tijuana International Airport
Hotel City Express
Tijuana Airport
Suc Insurgente
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