What is the cheapest way to get from Mexico to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Mexico to San Diego is to bus via Tijuana which costs $95 - $150 and takes 2 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Mexico to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Mexico to San Diego is to drive which takes 31h 24m and costs $310 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Mexico and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexico to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Eje 1A Sur Topacio - Jesús María and arriving at San Diego via Reforma, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Mexico to San Diego?

The distance between Mexico and San Diego is 1749 miles. The road distance is 1724.9 miles.

How do I travel from Mexico to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Mexico to San Diego without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 0h and costs $180 - $450.

How long does it take to get from Mexico to San Diego?

It takes approximately 2 days 0h to get from Mexico to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexico to San Diego bus from?

Mexico to San Diego bus services, operated by Omnibus de Mexico, depart from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte station.

Where does the Mexico to San Diego bus arrive?

Mexico to San Diego bus services, operated by Omnibus de Mexico, arrive at Tijuana station.

Can I drive from Mexico to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexico to San Diego is 1725 miles. It takes approximately 31h 24m to drive from Mexico to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2219+ hotels available in San Diego.

Mexico to San Diego - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Mexico to San Diego by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tijuana
2d
$185–445
Bus via Tijuana
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tijuana Los PinosTapachula
2. Take the bus from Otay Mesa Transit Center to Broadway & 4th Av225
2d 4h
$98–148
Drive 1,714.9 mi
1. Drive from Mexico City to San Diego1,714.9 mi
31h 24m
$313–453
Fly, bus
1. Fly from T1 Aicm to Queretaro Airport
2. Fly from Queretaro Airport to Guadalajara Airport
3. Take the bus from Terminal Portales to Tijuana
35h 43m

Mexico to San Diego by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

2dAverage Duration

$185Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Mexico to San Diego.

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Distance: 1,739.2 mi
Duration: 2d

What companies run services between Mexico and San Diego, CA, USA?

Omnibus de Mexico operates a bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tijuana every 4 hours. Tickets cost $180–410 and the journey takes 42h 51m. Autobuses Elite also services this route every 4 hours.

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