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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Carson is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Carson is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Carson. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Línea, B.C. and arriving at Harbor Fwy / Carson via Garvey Ave and Mountain View Rd W and El Monte Station - Upper Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Carson?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Carson station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Harbor Freeway Station via San Diego, Union Station - Metro A-Line and Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Carson?

The distance between Tijuana and Carson is 169 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Carson without a car is to bus via El Monte which takes 4h 35m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Tijuana to Carson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Carson bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Carson train from?

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

Train or bus from Tijuana to Carson?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Carson is to bus via El Monte which takes 4h 35m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $100 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Tijuana to Carson bus arrive?

Tijuana to Carson bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at El Monte station.

Where does the Tijuana to Carson train arrive?

Tijuana to Carson train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Carson is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Tijuana to Carson.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1767+ hotels available in Carson.

Tijuana to Carson - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Tijuana to Carson by bus, train (Amtrak), car, tram, plane, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via El Monte
best
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to El Montebus Lxus 3126
2. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Harbor Fwy / Carsonbus Metro J Line
4h 35m
$36–55
Drive 130.9 mi
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1. Drive from Tijuana to Carsoncar 130.9 mi
2h 19m
$24–35
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 9m
$38–97
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
4h 29m
$158–477
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3123 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallerybus FlixBus 2017 / ...
6h 3m
$40–60
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Long Beach Bus Stationbus Tijuana
6h 52m
$24–40

Tijuana to Carson by bus

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to Harbor Fwy / Carson via El Monte, Garvey Ave and Mountain View Rd W, El Monte Station Upper Level, and El Monte Station - Upper Level in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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