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

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Tijuana is to drive which costs $2500 - $3700 and takes 13h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs $1900 - $11000.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at Tijuana Central Bus Terminal via Martinez Amtrak, Monument Plaza - Concord and Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 24m.

How far is it from Arcata to Tijuana?

The distance between Arcata and Tijuana is 1161 km. The road distance is 1269.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arcata to Tijuana without a car is to bus and train which takes 28h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Arcata to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Tijuana bus from?

Arcata to Tijuana bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Arcata station.

Bus or fly from Arcata to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Arcata to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs $1900 - $11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 23h 24m.

Where does the Arcata to Tijuana bus arrive?

Arcata to Tijuana bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Martinez station.

Can I drive from Arcata to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Tijuana is 1270 km. It takes approximately 13h 43m to drive from Arcata to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 599+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Arcata to Tijuana - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, BART, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Arcata to Tijuana by plane, bus, subway, train, car, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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

Fly to San Diego International Airport
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1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane ACV - SAN
6h 53m
$1,923–10,422
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Vallejobus
2. Take the subway from El Cerrito Del Norte to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
3. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to San Ysidrobus
20h 26m
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus
2. Take the train from Martinez to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diegotrain
28h 32m
Drive 1,269.6 km
1. Drive from Arcata to Tijuanacar 1,269.6 km
13h 43m
$2,535–3,661
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane ACV - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus
8h 20m
$1,923–7,172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Monument Plaza - Concord to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus San Jose
23h 24m
Bus via Petaluma
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus
2. Take the bus from Copeland St Transit Mall to Mission St & Fremont Stbus 101
3. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus
25h 13m

Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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5h 17mAverage Duration

$1,796Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Arcata to Tijuana.

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Distance: 1,161.5 km
Duration: 6h 53m

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

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcata to Tijuana Central Bus Terminal via Martinez, Martinez Amtrak, Monument Blvd and Lacey Ln, Monument Plaza - Concord, Cross Border Express, San Diego, and Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal in around 23h 24m.

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