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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Tijuana is to bus via Tijuana which costs $850 - $1600 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Tijuana is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $2800 - $9500.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Tijuana via C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos and Mexicali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Tijuana?

The distance between Phoenix and Tijuana is 536 km. The road distance is 558.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 7h 47m and costs $700 - $2300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Phoenix to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Tijuana bus from?

Phoenix to Tijuana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Tijuana?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Tijuana is to bus which takes 7h 47m and costs $700 - $2300. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $2800 - $9500 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Phoenix to Tijuana bus arrive?

Phoenix to Tijuana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Calexico Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Tijuana?

Tijuana is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 7:45 PM in Phoenix and 6:45 PM in Tijuana.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Tijuana is 558 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Phoenix to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 598+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Phoenix to Tijuana - 6 ways to travel via plane, tram, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Phoenix to Tijuana by plane, tram, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Fly to San Diego International Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
2. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to San Ysidro Stationtram
3h 53m
$1,496–9,885
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Calexico Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
7h 47m
$725–2,272
Drive 558.1 km
1. Drive from Phoenix to Tijuanacar 558.1 km
6h 8m
$1,127–1,627
Fly to Tijuana International Airport
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)plane PHX - TIJ
3h 38m
$2,850–9,180
Bus via Tijuana
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Calexico Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
8h 3m
$875–1,522
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
14h 27m
$1,359–2,176

Phoenix to Tijuana by tram, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

14h 27mAverage Duration

$1,359Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Phoenix to Tijuana.

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Distance: 535.9 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tijuana via Calexico Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, and Mexicali in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) 5 times a week.

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