What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Dana Point is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Dana Point is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $15 - $22.

How far is it from Tijuana to Dana Point?

The distance between Tijuana and Dana Point is 94 miles. The road distance is 83.9 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Dana Point without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs $21 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Tijuana to Dana Point, including transfers.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Dana Point is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Tijuana to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 280+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Tijuana to Dana Point - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Tijuana to Dana Point by tram, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 55m
$30–44
Drive 83.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Dana Pointcar 83.4 mi
1h 30m
$16–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Oceansidebus Tijuana
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 15m
$22–61

Tijuana to Dana Point by bus and train

21Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tijuana to Dana Point.

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Distance: 93.6 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

There is no direct connection from Tijuana to Dana Point. However, you can drive to San Ysidro Station, take the vehicle to America Plaza Station, walk to San Diego, take the train to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, walk to Camino Capistrano-Old Mission, then take the bus to Del Obispo-Stonehill. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Oceanside, Oceanside, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 5h 15m.

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