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Santa Barbara to Tijuana Coach Timetable
Coach from Santa Barbara to Tijuana: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Santa Barbara to Tijuana. Traveling by coach from Santa Barbara to Tijuana usually takes around 11 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 10 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 202 mi (325 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £59.00 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Santa Barbara to Tijuana?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Barbara to Tijuana. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 11h 15m | £59.00 |
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 2 trips per day from Santa Barbara to Tijuana, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Santa Barbara to Tijuana
The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 202 miles from Santa Barbara to Tijuana. However, the fastest coach only takes 10 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
The first coach leaves at 14:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from Santa Barbara to Tijuana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is a major travel destination along the southern coast of California. Dramatically situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara offers incomparable scenery with a comfortably warm climate year-round. White stucco buildings with Mediterranean-style architecture, gorgeous beaches, and upscale local cuisine give Santa Barbara the nickname "The American Riviera."
There are many kinds of vacations to enjoy in Santa Barbara. You can spend days on the soft sand of Leadbetter Beach, surfing in the swells at Rincon Point, or shopping for trinkets along Stearns Wharf. Or embrace the area's history by visiting the Mission Santa Barbara, a Spanish mission founded in 1786. Highlights from the mission include Spanish architecture, a rose garden, a museum, and even crypts.
Santa Barbara Airport, only a few miles from downtown, serves passengers to the region. Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner stops in Santa Barbara on its way from San Diego to San Luis Obispo, with plenty of connections to other SoCal hotspots. Intercity coaches, including FlixBus, offer routes from Santa Barbara to destinations like L.A., San Diego, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Santa Barbara?
Main departure station: 209 State Street
Most coaches depart from the main station in Santa Barbara.
All coach stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
Where does the coach arrive in Tijuana?
Main arrival station: Tijuana Airport
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Tijuana.
Coach stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana Airport
Tijuana (Central)
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