What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $85 - $130.

How far is it from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

The distance between Pacific Beach and Tijuana is 48 km. The road distance is 45.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana, including transfers.

Can I drive from Pacific Beach to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Beach to Tijuana is 46 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Pacific Beach to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 564+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Pacific Beach to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via tram, line 30 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana by tram, 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.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Balboa Avenue Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
1h 32m
$99–350
Drive 45.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pacific Beach to Tijuanacar 45.5 km
33 min
$90–129
Line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to Old Town Transit Centerbus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Diego to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
1h 51m
$189–310

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pacific Beach to Tijuana.

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Distance: 48.5 km
Duration: 1h 32m

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

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from Balboa Avenue Station to San Ysidro Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $40–240 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to Tijuana via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego, and San Ysidro Bus Terminal in around 1h 51m.

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