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 Central Bus Terminal and arriving at El Monte Station - Upper Level via Cross Border Xpress and Olive / 5th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Tijuana to El Monte?

The distance between Tijuana and El Monte is 162 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 Cross Border Xpress which takes 5h 48m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m 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 Limousine Express, depart from Cross Border Xpress station.

Where does the Tijuana to El Monte bus arrive?

Tijuana to El Monte bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal 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 1115+ 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, tram, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Cross Border Xpress
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminalbus 2 / ...
5h 48m
$32–63
Drive 138.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to El Montecar 138.5 mi
2h 26m
$26–37
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 Old Town Stationtram
3. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain
4. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramonabus 76
7h 5m
$39–102
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
6h 32m
$27–46

Tijuana to El Monte by bus, tram, and train

77Weekly Services

7h 5mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tijuana to El Monte.

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Distance: 161.3 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Cross Border Xpress to Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 3h 50m. CBX Cross Border Express also services this route twice daily.

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