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San Diego to Tijuana Bus Schedule
Bus from San Diego to Tijuana: Journey Information
There are 68 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Tijuana. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Tijuana usually takes around one hour and 30 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 5 minutes.
| Distance | 16 mi (25 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 5m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 177.51 |
| Trips per day | 68 |
| Most frequent service | Futura Net |
| Bus lines | 7 |
Buses from San Diego to Tijuana
- FlixBus US: 1 daily buses from CZK 167
- Futura Net: 38 daily buses from CZK 377
- Greyhound: 16 daily buses from CZK 167
- Las Vegas Shuttles: 6 daily buses from CZK 251
- Los Limousines: 30 daily buses from CZK 188
- Tufesa Internacional: 8 daily buses from CZK 377
- Tufesa Internacional: 4 daily buses from CZK 377
How much is a bus ticket from San Diego to Tijuana?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Diego to Tijuana cost CZK 205.35 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 bus ticket prices from San Diego to Tijuana by travel date
Bus tickets from San Diego to Tijuana are expected to cost between CZK 209 and CZK 356 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 CZK 230. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to CZK 157.62.
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Tijuana?
There are 7 bus lines from San Diego to Tijuana available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 38 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1h 15m | CZK 186.30 |
| Futura Net | 38 | 1h 0m | CZK 721.96 |
| Greyhound | 16 | 1h 31m | CZK 210.58 |
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 6 | 1h 6m | CZK 251.19 |
| Los Limousines | 30 | 2h 11m | CZK 198.86 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 8 | 0h 55m | CZK 442.30 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 4 | 1h 13m | CZK 376.78 |
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 .
Book Futura Net from San Diego to Tijuana from CZK 377. There are 38 trips per day offered by Futura Net 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 Ysidro Bus Terminal and one other station. In Tijuana, Futura Net arrives at Tijuana (Central) and one 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 5 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 38 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tijuana.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 16 bus trips from San Diego to Tijuana every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 31 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Tijuana usually start from CZK 178.
Book Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to Tijuana from CZK 251. There are 6 trips per day offered by Las Vegas Shuttles 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 . In Tijuana, Las Vegas Shuttles arrives at Tijuana (Central) and one other station.
An average trip on Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to Tijuana takes 1 hours and 6 minutes , while the fastest available Las Vegas Shuttles trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Las Vegas Shuttles offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tijuana.
Book Los Limousines from San Diego to Tijuana from CZK 195. There are 30 trips per day offered by Los Limousines 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 . In Tijuana, Los Limousines arrives at Tijuana Rtno Sentri and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Los Limousines from San Diego to Tijuana takes 2 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 30 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tijuana.
Book Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Tijuana from CZK 377. There are 8 trips per day offered by Tufesa Internacional 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 . In Tijuana, Tufesa Internacional arrives at Tijuana International Airport and one other station.
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Tijuana takes 0 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Tijuana in 0 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 8 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tijuana.
Tufesa Internacional is the international brand of one of the largest ground transportation providers in Mexico, Tufesa. The carrier offers daily bus trips to and from several cities in the Southwestern United States, including cross-border trips between the U.S. and Mexico. On average, Tufesa Internacional runs 4 from San Diego to Tijuana, with prices starting from CZK 377. The carrier’s fleet features modern coaches equipped with state-of-the-art technology and amenities, such as onboard restrooms, reclining seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and a digital entertainment system.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Diego to Tijuana
The bus takes an average of one hour and 30 minutes to cover the 16 miles from San Diego to Tijuana. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from San Diego to Tijuana for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses 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 bus leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Buses to Tijuana leave from 5 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
San Diego University Ave
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
San Ysidro CA
Where does the bus arrive in Tijuana?
Main arrival station: Tijuana (Central)
Buses arrive in Tijuana at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana (Central)
Tijuana International Airport
Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Tijuana Airport
Hotel City Express
Suc Insurgente
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