What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Tijuana to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Tijuana and Joshua Tree is 265 miles. The road distance is 161.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to Joshua Tree without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 59m and costs $120 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Joshua Tree is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Tijuana to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 602+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Tijuana to Joshua Tree - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Tijuana to Joshua Tree by bus, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicali
2. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to Desert Hot Springs
3. Take the taxi from Desert Hot Springs to Joshua Tree
6h 59m
$128–238
Drive 160.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Joshua Tree160.4 mi
2h 54m
$30–43
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Indio, CACbx
2. Drive from Indio, CA to Joshua Tree
9h 8m
$55–94

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 263.7 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

There is no direct connection from Tijuana to Joshua Tree. However, you can take the bus to Mexicali, walk to Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, take the bus to C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, walk to Calexico Bus Station, take the bus to Desert Hot Springs, then take the taxi to Joshua Tree. Alternatively, you can drive from Tijuana to Joshua Tree in around 2h 54m.

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