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Trip Overview

The average bus between California and Tijuana takes 5h 51m and the fastest bus takes 3h 43m. The bus service runs several times per day from California to Tijuana. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 51m
Duration
252 km
Distance
$1,002
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

California to Tijuana bus times

Buses run twice daily between California and Tijuana. The earliest departure is at 2:44 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from California is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Tijuana at 11:00 PM. All services require a transfer at El Monte Station Upper Level and take an average of 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express4h 43m • 2 changes
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    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express3h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express4h 43m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express3h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express4h 43m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express3h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express4h 43m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express3h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Foothill TransitFoothill TransitLimousine Express22h 47m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from California to Tijuana? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from California to Tijuana.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 252.4 km
  • Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between California, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Limousine Express operates a bus from El Monte to Tijuana Línea, B.C. twice daily. Tickets cost $600–900 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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