What is the cheapest way to get from Altadena to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Altadena to Tijuana is to drive which costs $490 - $750 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altadena to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Altadena to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $490 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Altadena and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Altadena to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Woodbury Rd & El Molino Ave and arriving at Tijuana Central Bus Terminal via Fair Oaks / Glenarm, 1305 S Atlantic Blvd - East Los Angeles and Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Altadena to Tijuana?

The distance between Altadena and Tijuana is 258 km. The road distance is 236 km.

How do I travel from Altadena to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Altadena to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 6h 19m and costs $600 - $1100.

How long does it take to get from Altadena to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Altadena to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altadena to Tijuana bus from?

Altadena to Tijuana bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from 1305 S Atlantic Blvd - East Los Angeles station.

Where does the Altadena to Tijuana bus arrive?

Altadena to Tijuana bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at Cross Border Express, San Diego station.

Can I drive from Altadena to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Altadena to Tijuana is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Altadena to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 592+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Altadena to Tijuana - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Altadena to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro StationBlue
5h 40m
$699–1,014
Drive 236 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Altadena to Tijuana236 km
2h 41m
$496–716
Bus
1. Take the bus from 1305 S Atlantic Blvd - East Los Angeles to Cross Border Express, San DiegoSacramento
6h 19m
$608–1,040
Bus, tram, fly
1. Take the bus from Fair Oaks / Woodbury to Raymond / Del Mar
2. Take the tram from Del Mar Station to Union Station - Metro A-Line
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
4. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Station
4h 40m
$1,735–6,650
Bus via Union Station - Metro A-Line (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoGreyhound US0831
7h 48m
$547–1,047

Altadena to Tijuana by bus and tram (Greyhound)

14Weekly Services

7h 48mAverage Duration

$547Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.8 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Altadena, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

CBX Cross Border Express operates a bus from 1305 S Atlantic Blvd - East Los Angeles to Cross Border Express, San Diego twice daily. Tickets cost $550–800 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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