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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Tijuana is to bus which costs $4200 - $9500 and takes 41h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $4800 - $21000.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Denver Union Station, Las Vegas BusTerminal and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 37m.

How far is it from Iowa to Tijuana?

The distance between Iowa and Tijuana is 2310 km. The road distance is 2836.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 41h 37m and costs $4200 - $9500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Iowa to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Tijuana bus from?

Iowa to Tijuana bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Iowa to Tijuana is to fly which takes 8h 36m and costs $2800 - $12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4200 - $9500 and takes 41h 37m.

Where does the Iowa to Tijuana bus arrive?

Iowa to Tijuana bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Denver station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Tijuana?

Tijuana is 2h behind Iowa. It is currently 3:06 PM in Iowa and 1:06 PM in Tijuana.

Can I drive from Iowa to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Tijuana is 2836 km. It takes approximately 27h 16m to drive from Iowa to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 603+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Iowa to Tijuana - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Iowa to Tijuana by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 Des Moines to Tijuana International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)DSM - TIJ
8h 36m
$2,867–11,555
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas BusTerminal
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas BusTerminal to Santa Ana Bus Stop
4. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
41h 37m
$4,237–9,366
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Fullerton Amtrak Station
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
44h 32m
$3,831–9,173
Drive 2,836.1 km
1. Drive from Des Moines to Tijuana2,836.1 km
27h 16m
$5,800–8,378
Fly Des Moines to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)DSM - SAN
6h 52m
$4,824–20,760
Fly Omaha to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)OMA - SAN
7h 37m
$4,351–20,432
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)CID - SAN
8h 49m
$4,000–17,112
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Paso
3. Take the bus from Ciudad Juárez to Tijuana
47h 13m
$5,919–9,298

Iowa to Tijuana by bus and foot

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41h 37mAverage Duration

$4,237Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,310.4 km
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Denver, Denver Union Station, Las Vegas BusTerminal, Santa Ana Bus Stop, and Santa Ana in around 41h 37m.

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