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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Castaic is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Castaic is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Castaic?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Castaic. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Pacoima - San Fernando via Cross Border Xpress. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Castaic?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Castaic. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Santa Clarita via San Diego and L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Castaic?

The distance between Tijuana and Castaic is 184 miles. The road distance is 179.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Castaic without a car is to bus which takes 5h 24m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Tijuana to Castaic, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Castaic bus from?

Tijuana to Castaic bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Cross Border Xpress station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Castaic train from?

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

Train or bus from Tijuana to Castaic?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Castaic is to bus which takes 5h 24m and costs $100 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Tijuana to Castaic bus arrive?

Tijuana to Castaic bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Pacoima - San Fernando station.

Where does the Tijuana to Castaic train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tijuana to Castaic?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Castaic is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Tijuana to Castaic.

Where can I stay near Castaic?

There are 63+ hotels available in Castaic.

Tijuana to Castaic - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tijuana to Castaic by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to Pacoima - San Fernandobus 1
5h 24m
$101–141
Drive 178.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Castaiccar 178.2 mi
3h 7m
$33–47
Train
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Santa Claritatrain AV Line
7h 2m
$81–153
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Santa Claritatrain AV Line
7h 34m
$64–96

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Distance: 182.5 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Cross Border Xpress to Pacoima - San Fernando twice daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tijuana to Castaic via San Ysidro Station, America Plaza Station, San Diego, Los Angeles, L.A. Union Station, and Santa Clarita in around 7h 2m.

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