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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Tijuana is to bus and train which costs $470 - $750 and takes 10h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Tijuana is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $550 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from N 2nd Ave NB & Cozy Ave and arriving at San Ysidro Arrival: USA-Mexico Border via Montara Rd NB & Armory Rd and Barstow Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Barstow to Tijuana?

The distance between Barstow and Tijuana is 402 km. The road distance is 311.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Tijuana without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 3m and costs $470 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Barstow to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Tijuana bus from?

Barstow to Tijuana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Barstow Station.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Tijuana train from?

Barstow to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Barstow Station.

Train or bus from Barstow to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Barstow to Tijuana is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs $1100 - $2700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $700 - $1400 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Barstow to Tijuana bus arrive?

Barstow to Tijuana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Ysidro Arrival: USA-Mexico Border station.

Where does the Barstow to Tijuana train arrive?

Barstow to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Tijuana is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Barstow to Tijuana.

How do I get a train ticket from Barstow to Tijuana?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barstow to Tijuana?

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Barstow to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barstow to Tijuana by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 47m
$1,148–2,656
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to San Bernardinobus 15
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the bus from Oceanside to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus
10h 3m
$475–730
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Barstow Station to San Ysidro Arrival: USA-Mexico Borderbus FlixBus 2037
8h 50m
$716–1,344
Drive 311.3 km
1. Drive from Barstow to Tijuanacar 311.3 km
3h 15m
$598–863

Barstow to Tijuana by bus and train

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10h 3mAverage Duration

$475Cheapest Price

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Distance: 402.1 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

You can take a train from Barstow Station to Tijuana via Fullerton Amtrak Station, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Old Town Station, and San Ysidro Station in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Barstow Station to San Ysidro Arrival: USA-Mexico Border 6 times a week. Tickets cost $650–1,100 and the journey takes 7h.

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