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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Goleta is to bus and train which costs $35 - $65 and takes 10h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Goleta is to tram and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $80 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Línea, B.C. and arriving at Santa Barbara Airport via Garvey Ave and Mountain View Rd W, El Monte Station - Upper Level, Los Angeles Union Station and Los Angeles Airport, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Goleta Station via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Goleta?

The distance between Tijuana and Goleta is 218 miles. The road distance is 242.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Goleta without a car is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Tijuana to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Goleta bus from?

Tijuana to Goleta bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Tijuana Línea, B.C. station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Goleta train from?

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

Train or bus from Tijuana to Goleta?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Goleta is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs $110 - $160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $160 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Tijuana to Goleta bus arrive?

Tijuana to Goleta bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at El Monte station.

Where does the Tijuana to Goleta train arrive?

Tijuana to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Goleta Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Goleta is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Tijuana to Goleta.

How do I get a train ticket from Tijuana to Goleta?

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Where can I stay near Goleta?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Tijuana to Goleta by tram, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Tram, fly
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SAN - SBA
3h 45m
$81–243
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Camarillotrain
3. Take the bus from Camarillo station to Hollister and Nectarinebus 85 / ...
10h 21m
$36–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to El Montebus Lxus 3126
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
7h 56m
$113–153
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 3m
$63–156
Drive 241.3 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Goletacar 241.3 mi
4h 15m
$44–64

Tijuana to Goleta by bus

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7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.2 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to Santa Barbara Airport via El Monte, Garvey Ave and Mountain View Rd W, El Monte Station Upper Level, El Monte Station - Upper Level, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, Los Angeles Union Station, and Los Angeles Airport, CA in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Goleta Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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