What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to El Monte is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to El Monte is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at El Monte Station - Upper Level via Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Tijuana to El Monte?

The distance between Tijuana and El Monte is 158 miles. The road distance is 139.3 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to El Monte without a car is to bus via Los Angeles Union Station which takes 5h 38m and costs $26 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to El Monte?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Tijuana to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to El Monte bus from?

Tijuana to El Monte bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano station.

Where does the Tijuana to El Monte bus arrive?

Tijuana to El Monte bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to El Monte is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Tijuana to El Monte.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tijuana to El Monte?

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Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 769+ hotels available in El Monte.

Tijuana to El Monte - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and line 76 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Tijuana to El Monte by bus (Greyhound), bus, tram, train, 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.

Bus via Los Angeles Union Station (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
5h 38m
$26–61
Bus, tram, train, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram
3. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain
4. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramonabus 76
7h 1m
$41–93
Drive 138.5 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to El Montecar 138.5 mi
2h 26m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Express Bus Station to El Montebus Cbx
5h 49m
$31–61

Tijuana to El Monte by bus (Greyhound)

21Weekly Buses

5h 38mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tijuana to El Monte.

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Distance: 157 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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