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

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Tijuana is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Tijuana is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $140 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Plaza St & Highway 101 and Escondido. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Encinitas station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via America Plaza Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Tijuana?

The distance between Encinitas and Tijuana is 76 km. The road distance is 70.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Encinitas to Tijuana without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 38m and costs $470 - $950.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Encinitas to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Tijuana bus from?

Encinitas to Tijuana bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Plaza St & Highway 101 station.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Tijuana train from?

Encinitas to Tijuana train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station.

Where does the Encinitas to Tijuana bus arrive?

Encinitas to Tijuana bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 station.

Where does the Encinitas to Tijuana train arrive?

Encinitas to Tijuana train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Tijuana is 71 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Encinitas to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 573+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Encinitas to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 308 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 38m
$470–948
Drive 70.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Tijuanacar 70.6 km
52 min
$146–211
Line 308 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Plaza St & Highway 101 to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13bus 308
2. Take the bus from Escondido to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 2121
4h 47m
$560–886
Line 101 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the tram from UTC Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 52m
$480–971

Encinitas to Tijuana by train, tram, and bus

42Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

$470Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Plaza St & Highway 101, Escondido Transit Center Stall 13, and Escondido in around 4h 47m.

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