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 - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at Carpinteria Station via Los Angeles Union Station and Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

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 which takes 9h 50m and costs $40 - $75.

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 Greyhound Mexico, depart from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano 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 $65 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Tijuana to Carpinteria bus arrive?

Tijuana to Carpinteria bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union 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 bus ticket from Tijuana to Carpinteria?

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Where can I stay near Carpinteria?

There are 274+ hotels available in Carpinteria.

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

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

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 San Diego to Carpinteria Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 24m
$68–156
Drive 222.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Carpinteriacar 222.1 mi
3h 56m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
9h 50m
$42–72
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SAN - SBA
5h 13m
$51–345
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to Santa Anabus 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Carpinteria Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 4m
$68–141

Tijuana to Carpinteria by bus

4Weekly Buses

9h 50mAverage Duration

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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 $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Carpinteria Station via Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, and Santa Barbara in around 9h 50m.

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