What is the cheapest way to get from California to Ensenada?

The cheapest way to get from California to Ensenada is to drive which costs $600 - $950 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Ensenada?

The fastest way to get from California to Ensenada is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $600 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between California and Ensenada?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Ensenada. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Ensenada via Tijuana International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from California to Ensenada?

The distance between California and Ensenada is 333 km. The road distance is 322.1 km.

How do I travel from California to Ensenada without a car?

The best way to get from California to Ensenada without a car is to train and bus via Santa Ana which takes 5h 39m and costs $850 - $1600.

How long does it take to get from California to Ensenada?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from California to Ensenada, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Ensenada bus from?

California to Ensenada bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the California to Ensenada bus arrive?

California to Ensenada bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from California to Ensenada?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Ensenada is 322 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from California to Ensenada.

Where can I stay near Ensenada?

There are 463+ hotels available in Ensenada.

California to Ensenada - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from California to Ensenada by train, bus, car, 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, bus via Santa Ana
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus
3. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Ensenadabus
5h 39m
$853–1,510
Drive 322.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Ensenadacar 322.1 km
3h 48m
$634–916
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Ensenadabus
5h 45m
$886–2,002
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana Airport Bus Terminalbus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Ensenadabus
7h 17m
$711–1,265

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from California to Ensenada.

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Distance: 333.2 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Ensenada via Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal and Tijuana International Airport in around 7h 17m.

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