What is the cheapest way to get from El Centro to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Tijuana is to drive which costs $320 - $480 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Centro to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $320 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from El Centro and arriving at Tijuana via C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos and Mexicali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from El Centro to Tijuana?

The distance between El Centro and Tijuana is 197 km. The road distance is 169.8 km.

How do I travel from El Centro to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from El Centro to Tijuana without a car is to bus via Mexicali which takes 4h 17m and costs $390 - $750.

How long does it take to get from El Centro to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from El Centro to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Centro to Tijuana bus from?

El Centro to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Where does the El Centro to Tijuana bus arrive?

El Centro to Tijuana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Tijuana is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from El Centro to Tijuana.

How do I get a bus ticket from El Centro to Tijuana?

Book your El Centro to Tijuana bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 568+ hotels available in Tijuana.

El Centro to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from El Centro to Tijuana by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Mexicali
best
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
4h 17m
$396–723
Bus via Tijuana
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
5h 10m
$235–1,015
Drive 169.8 km
1. Drive from El Centro to Tijuanacar 169.8 km
2h 11m
$326–471
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Greyhound US0830 / ...
5h 5m
$389–800

El Centro to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

$389Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.6 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Autobuses ABC operates a bus from Mexicali to Tijuana every 3 hours. Tickets cost $350–650 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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