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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Carpinteria is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Carpinteria is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Carpinteria?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Carpinteria station. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Línea, B.C. and arriving at Carpinteria Station via Oxnard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Carpinteria?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Carpinteria station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Carpinteria Station via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Carpinteria?

The distance between Tijuana and Carpinteria is 241 miles. The road distance is 223.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Carpinteria without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 45m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Tijuana to Carpinteria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Carpinteria bus from?

Tijuana to Carpinteria bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Tijuana Línea, B.C. station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Carpinteria train from?

Tijuana to Carpinteria train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Tijuana to Carpinteria?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Carpinteria is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs $50 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Tijuana to Carpinteria bus arrive?

Tijuana to Carpinteria bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Oxnard station.

Where does the Tijuana to Carpinteria train arrive?

Tijuana to Carpinteria train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carpinteria Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Carpinteria?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Carpinteria is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Tijuana to Carpinteria.

How do I get a train ticket from Tijuana to Carpinteria?

Book your Tijuana to Carpinteria train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carpinteria?

There are 318+ hotels available in Carpinteria.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tijuana to Carpinteria by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, tram, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Carpinteria Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 24m
$53–146
Drive 222.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Carpinteriacar 222.1 mi
3h 56m
$41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Carpinteria Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 45m
$47–97
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SAN - SBA
5h 10m
$81–245
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to Oxnardbus Lxus 3123
2. Take the bus from Oxnard to Carpinteria Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 15m
$47–67

Tijuana to Carpinteria by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 240 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Carpinteria Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–130 and the journey takes 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to Carpinteria Station via Oxnard in around 9h 15m.

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