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

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Tijuana is to drive which costs $750 - $1200 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Tijuana is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $750 - $1200.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Tijuana Central Bus Terminal via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St., Bakersfield, CA and Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Tijuana?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Tijuana is 500 km. The road distance is 388.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 12h 6m and costs $900 - $1600.

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

It takes approximately 9h 47m to get from Ridgecrest to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Tijuana bus from?

Ridgecrest to Tijuana bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Tijuana bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Tijuana bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Tijuana is 388 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Ridgecrest to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 600+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Ridgecrest to Tijuana - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Tijuana by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Inyokern - Ridgecrest Transit Transfer Hub, 1401 3rd Street to Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
9h 47m
$1,737–2,400
Drive 388.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Tijuana388.4 km
4h 12m
$789–1,140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to GET Downtown Transit Center100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Cross Border Express, San Diego
12h 6m
$918–1,534
Bus, train via Mojave
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
4. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
11h 38m
$980–1,459
Bus, train via Mojave #2
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
12h 49m
$814–1,474
Bus, train via Mojave #3
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
13h 19m
$984–1,624

Ridgecrest to Tijuana by bus and train

6Weekly Services

12h 49mAverage Duration

$814Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ridgecrest to Tijuana.

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Distance: 499.5 km
Duration: 9h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Tijuana Central Bus Terminal via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St., GET Downtown Transit Center, Bakersfield, CA, Cross Border Express, San Diego, and Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal in around 12h 6m.

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