What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana is to bus which costs $3100 - $11000 and takes 41h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs $5000 - $25000.

How far is it from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The distance between Des Moines and Tijuana is 2311 km. The road distance is 2836.1 km.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 41h 23m and costs $3100 - $11000.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Des Moines to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Tijuana bus from?

Des Moines to Tijuana bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tijuana is to fly which takes 8h 7m and costs $2700 - $13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3100 - $11000 and takes 41h 23m.

Where does the Des Moines to Tijuana bus arrive?

Des Moines to Tijuana bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tijuana?

Tijuana is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 2:01 AM in Des Moines and 12:01 AM in Tijuana.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Tijuana is 2836 km. It takes approximately 27h 23m to drive from Des Moines to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 579+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Des Moines to Tijuana - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Tijuana via Kansas City, Tulsa Bus Station, Phoenix Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos and Mexicali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 23m.

There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Tijuana by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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 Tijuana International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)plane DSM - TIJ
8h 7m
$2,767–12,554
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsabus
3. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Calexico Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
41h 23m
$3,097–10,262
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
44h 28m
$3,368–27,381
Drive 2,836.1 km
1. Drive from Des Moines to Tijuanacar 2,836.1 km
27h 23m
$5,687–8,214
Fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DSM - SAN
6h 53m
$5,413–24,758
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from Ciudad Juárez to Tijuanabus
47h 8m
$5,662–8,957

Des Moines to Tijuana by bus

7Weekly Buses

47h 8mAverage Duration

$5,662Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Tijuana.

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Distance: 2,310.6 km
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Tijuana via Kansas City, Tulsa Bus Station, Phoenix Bus Station, Calexico Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, and Mexicali in around 41h 23m.

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