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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Encinitas is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Encinitas is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Encinitas?

The distance between Tijuana and Encinitas is 51 miles. The road distance is 44.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Encinitas without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 55m and costs $11 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Tijuana to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Encinitas bus from?

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

Where does the Tijuana to Encinitas bus arrive?

Tijuana to Encinitas bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Encinitas is 44 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Tijuana to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Tijuana to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tijuana to Encinitas by tram, train, bus, 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.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Old Town StationBlue
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas StationCoaster
2h 35m
$4–20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Diego Greyhound Bus StopGreyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas StationCoaster
3h 55m
$11–20
Drive 43.9 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Encinitas43.9 mi
50 min
$8–12
Bus, tram, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Ysidro
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to UTC Station
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & K St101
4h 23m
$8–53
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to OceansideTijuana
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
4h 37m
$27–58

Tijuana to Encinitas by bus and train

19Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.5 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Hwy 101 & K St via Oceanside and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 4h 37m.

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