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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Goleta is to bus which costs $40 - $70 and takes 8h 51m.

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 13m and costs $45 - $330.

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 - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at Fairview & Carson via Los Angeles Downtown and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Goleta?

The distance between Tijuana and Goleta is 217 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 8h 51m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m 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 Greyhound Mexico, depart from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano station.

Train or bus from Tijuana to Goleta?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Goleta is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs $65 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Tijuana to Goleta bus arrive?

Tijuana to Goleta bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union 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.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 689+ hotels available in Goleta.

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

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

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

Tram, fly
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SAN - SBA
3h 13m
$45–321
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Isla Vistabus FlixBus 2005
8h 51m
$40–69
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 53m
$68–166
Drive 241.3 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Goletacar 241.3 mi
4h 15m
$44–64
Bus via San Diego
1. Take the bus from San Diego to LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stopbus reLAXsan
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
9h 11m
$128–215

Tijuana to Goleta by bus

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8h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.6 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Goleta Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–150 and the journey takes 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Fairview & Carson via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, Isla Vista, and UCSB North Hall Inbound in around 8h 51m.

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