What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana is to drive which costs $550 - $900 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $550 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and San Diego–Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at San Ysidro, CA via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, 6th / Broadway and Downtown Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana?

The distance between Simi Valley and San Diego–Tijuana is 303 km. The road distance is 285.6 km.

How do I travel from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs $650 - $2600.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana bus from?

Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Chatsworth Metrolink Station.

Train or bus from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs $650 - $2600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $650 - $1300 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana bus arrive?

Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & Olympic Blvd station.

Can I drive from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana.

Where can I stay near San Diego–Tijuana?

There are 1070+ hotels available in San Diego–Tijuana.

Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, plane, tram, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
6h 56m
$695–2,508
Bus via Hollywood
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Ysidro Bus TerminalFlixBus 2017
7h 51m
$493–1,197
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatsworth Metrolink Station to Flower St & Olympic Blvd419
2. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to San Ysidro, CALas Vegas / ...
7h 23m
$685–1,238
Drive 285.6 km
1. Drive from Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana285.6 km
3h 6m
$597–862
Line 77 bus, train, fly, tram
1. Take the bus from Simi Town Center WB to Moorpark Station WB
2. Take the train from Moorpark to L.A. Union Station
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
4. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Station
6h 25m
$1,762–6,849

Simi Valley to San Diego–Tijuana by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 56mAverage Duration

$695Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.9 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Simi Valley, CA, USA and San Diego–Tijuana, Mexico?

Amtrak operates a train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San Diego 5 times a day. Tickets cost $650–2,200 and the journey takes 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First Street and Cochran Street to San Ysidro, CA via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Flower St & Olympic Blvd, 6th / Broadway, 7th / Maple, and Downtown Los Angeles in around 7h 23m.

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