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

The cheapest way to get from Santee to Tijuana is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Santee to Tijuana is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $100 - $150.

How far is it from Santee to Tijuana?

The distance between Santee and Tijuana is 61 km. The road distance is 48.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Santee to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $460 - $1300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Santee to Tijuana, including transfers.

Can I drive from Santee to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Santee to Tijuana is 48 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Santee to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 598+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Santee to Tijuana - 3 ways to travel via tram, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Santee to Tijuana by tram, bus (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 El Cajon Station to 12th & Imperial StationOrange
2. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to San Ysidro StationBlue
1h 48m
$153–860
Drive 48.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Santee to Tijuana48.5 km
34 min
$101–146
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoGreyhound US0851
3h 57m
$466–1,225

Santee to Tijuana by tram and bus (Greyhound)

5Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

$466Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.3 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a vehicle from Santee Town Center Station to Tijuana via El Cajon Station, 12th & Imperial Station, and San Ysidro Station in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano 5 times a week. Tickets cost $420–950 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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