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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Tijuana is to bus which costs $700 - $1300 and takes 11h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Tijuana is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $750 - $1200.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Goleta to Tijuana?

The distance between Goleta and Tijuana is 347 km. The road distance is 388.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Tijuana without a car is to bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX) which takes 7h 45m and costs $2000 - $2800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Goleta to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Tijuana bus from?

Goleta to Tijuana bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Tijuana train from?

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

Train or bus from Goleta to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Goleta to Tijuana is to bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX) which takes 7h 45m and costs $2000 - $2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1500 - $3200 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Goleta to Tijuana bus arrive?

Goleta to Tijuana bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Goleta to Tijuana train arrive?

Goleta to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Tijuana is 388 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Goleta to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 582+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Goleta to Tijuana - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, El Monte Station Upper Level and El Monte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

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There are 6 ways to get from Goleta to Tijuana by plane, tram, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Stationtram
4h 33m
$1,759–4,841
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
11h 34m
$717–1,266
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from El Monte to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 3105
7h 45m
$2,048–2,741
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 24m
$1,501–3,189
Drive 388.4 km
1. Drive from Goleta to Tijuanacar 388.4 km
4h 16m
$781–1,128
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
6h 59m
$4,609–10,887

Goleta to Tijuana by bus

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7h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 347.5 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Tijuana Línea, B.C. via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, El Monte Station - Upper Level, El Monte Station Upper Level, Garvey Ave and Mountain View Rd E, and El Monte in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $1,100–2,500 and the journey takes 6h 13m.

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