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

The cheapest way to get from Sylmar to Tijuana is to drive which costs $500 - $750 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sylmar to Tijuana is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $500 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Sylmar and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from Sylmar station to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from Sylmar Station and arriving at Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Los Angeles - Pacoima and San Ysidro Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Sylmar to Tijuana?

The distance between Sylmar and Tijuana is 273 km. The road distance is 258.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sylmar to Tijuana without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 6h 47m and costs $550 - $1000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Sylmar to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to Tijuana bus from?

Sylmar to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Los Angeles - Pacoima station.

Where does the Sylmar to Tijuana bus arrive?

Sylmar to Tijuana bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Can I drive from Sylmar to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Sylmar to Tijuana is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Sylmar to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 545+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Sylmar to Tijuana - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Sylmar to Tijuana by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, plane, 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.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
5h 35m
$774–1,708
Drive 258.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sylmar to Tijuanacar 258.4 km
2h 55m
$509–735
Bus via Los Angeles (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
6h 47m
$588–974
Train, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Stationtram
4h 55m
$954–5,578
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Ysidrobus San Jose
7h 35m
$824–1,383

Sylmar to Tijuana by train and bus (Greyhound)

21Weekly Services

6h 47mAverage Duration

$588Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sylmar to Tijuana.

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Distance: 273.5 km
Duration: 5h 35m

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

Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano 3 times a day. Tickets cost $460–800 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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