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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Tijuana is to drive which costs $320 - $470 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $320 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Tijuana Central Bus Terminal via Santa Ana and Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Irvine to Tijuana?

The distance between Irvine and Tijuana is 175 km. The road distance is 163.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Tijuana without a car is to line 59 bus and bus which takes 4h 59m and costs $500 - $900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Irvine to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tijuana bus from?

Irvine to Tijuana bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa station.

Where does the Irvine to Tijuana bus arrive?

Irvine to Tijuana bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Tijuana is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Irvine to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 534+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Irvine to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 59 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 59m
$524–1,229
Drive 163.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Tijuanacar 163.5 km
1h 48m
$321–464
Line 59 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3bus 59
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
4h 59m
$512–875
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
5h 44m
$405–635

Irvine to Tijuana by bus (Greyhound)

21Weekly Buses

5h 44mAverage Duration

$405Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Irvine to Tijuana.

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Distance: 175.5 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Tijuana Central Bus Terminal via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, Cross Border Express, San Diego, and Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal in around 4h 59m.

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