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 - $480 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 - $480.

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 Santa Ana and arriving at Tijuana Línea, B.C. via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Irvine and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Irvine to Tijuana?

The distance between Irvine and Tijuana is 186 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 bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $650 - $950.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m 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 Limousine Express, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tijuana train from?

Irvine to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Irvine to Tijuana bus arrive?

Irvine to Tijuana bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Tijuana Línea, B.C. station.

Where does the Irvine to Tijuana train arrive?

Irvine to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 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 584+ hotels available in Tijuana.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana Línea, B.C.bus Lxus 3102 / ...
3h 1m
$658–947
Drive 163.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Tijuanacar 163.5 km
1h 48m
$329–475
Train, tram
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
4h 54m
$870–1,759
Bus via Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
5h 44m
$405–635

Irvine to Tijuana by train and bus

28Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

$658Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.3 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana Línea, B.C. 4 times a day. Tickets cost $550–800 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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