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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Tijuana is to drive which costs $800 - $1200 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Tijuana is to fly and tram which takes 3h 34m and costs $950 - $6500.

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 Hollister & Nectarine and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Isla Vista and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

How far is it from Goleta to Tijuana?

The distance between Goleta and Tijuana is 352 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 which takes 9h 16m and costs $900 - $1900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m 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 Flixbus USA, depart from Isla Vista station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Goleta to Tijuana is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs $950 - $1400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $900 - $1900 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Goleta to Tijuana bus arrive?

Goleta to Tijuana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Tijuana is 388 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Goleta to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 599+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Goleta to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Tijuana by plane, tram, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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, tram
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Station
3h 34m
$966–6,432
Drive 388.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Tijuana388.4 km
4h 15m
$807–1,165
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
7h 35m
$995–1,321
Bus
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoLos Angeles
9h 16m
$919–1,873

Goleta to Tijuana by bus

4Weekly Buses

9h 16mAverage Duration

$919Cheapest Price

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Distance: 351.9 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost $900–1,100 and the journey takes 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hollister & Nectarine to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Isla Vista and Los Angeles Union Station in around 9h 16m.

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