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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Matamoros is to fly which costs $2900 - $9000 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Matamoros is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $2900 - $9000.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Matamoros?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Matamoros. However, there are services departing from Tijuana and arriving at Matamoros via Ciudad Juárez and Chihuahua. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 30m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Matamoros?

The distance between Tijuana and Matamoros is 2052 km. The road distance is 2487.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Matamoros without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 34h 30m and costs $5500 - $8000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Tijuana to Matamoros, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Matamoros bus from?

Tijuana to Matamoros bus services, operated by Chihuahuenses, depart from Tijuana station.

Bus or fly from Tijuana to Matamoros?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Matamoros is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $2900 - $9000. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $5500 - $8000 and takes 34h 30m.

Where does the Tijuana to Matamoros bus arrive?

Tijuana to Matamoros bus services, operated by Chihuahuenses, arrive at Ciudad Juárez station.

What is the time difference between Tijuana and Matamoros?

Matamoros is 2h ahead of Tijuana. It is currently 8:52 PM in Tijuana and 10:52 PM in Matamoros.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Matamoros?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Matamoros is 2487 km. It takes approximately 24h 16m to drive from Tijuana to Matamoros.

Where can I stay near Matamoros?

There are 109+ hotels available in Matamoros.

Tijuana to Matamoros - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Tijuana to Matamoros by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly to General Servando Canales International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to General Servando Canales International Airport (MAM)TIJ - MAM
6h 1m
$2,896–8,741
Fly to Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport (BRO)TIJ - BRO
6h 36m
$2,873–9,198
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Ciudad Juárez
2. Take the bus from Ciudad Juárez to Chihuahua
3. Take the bus from Chihuahua to Matamoros
34h 30m
$5,497–7,826
Bus, train via San Antonio
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicali
2. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to Yuma County Area Transit
3. Take the train from Yuma Amtrak to San Antonio Station
4. Take the bus from San Antonio to Brownsville
36h 28m
$3,818–9,520
Drive 2,487.3 km
1. Drive from Tijuana to Matamoros2,487.3 km
24h 16m
$4,731–6,833
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Chihuahua
2. Take the bus from Chihuahua to Ciudad Jiménez
3. Take the bus from Ciudad Jiménez to Matamoros
43h
$5,694–9,134
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to San Luis Río Colorado
2. Take the bus from William Brook Ave @ B Street to Gila Street @ 3rd Street95
3. Take the train from Yuma Amtrak to San Marcos Amtrak
4. Take the bus from San Marcos to La Plaza at Brownsville
44h
$3,059–9,694

Tijuana to Matamoros by bus, foot, and train

3Weekly Services

44hAverage Duration

$3,059Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,052 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico?

Viva Aerobus, Aeroméxico, and Volaris fly from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to General Servando Canales International Airport (MAM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tijuana to Matamoros via Ciudad Juárez and Chihuahua in around 34h 30m.

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