What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Santa Ana?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Santa Ana via Cross Border Express, San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Santa Ana?

The distance between Tijuana and Santa Ana is 111 miles. The road distance is 108.1 miles.

How do I travel from Tijuana to Santa Ana without a car?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $27 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Santa Ana bus from?

Tijuana to Santa Ana bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from Cross Border Express, San Diego station.

Where does the Tijuana to Santa Ana bus arrive?

Tijuana to Santa Ana bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Santa Ana?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Santa Ana is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Tijuana to Santa Ana.

Where can I stay near Santa Ana?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Santa Ana.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Santa Anabus Cbx
3h 40m
$28–50
Drive 107.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Santa Anacar 107.5 mi
1h 54m
$20–29
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 50m
$30–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 14m
$37–46
Bus via San Diego (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San Diegobus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Santa Anabus Tijuana
5h 20m
$23–86

Tijuana to Santa Ana by bus and train

19Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tijuana to Santa Ana.

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Distance: 110.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

CBX Cross Border Express operates a bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Santa Ana 3 times a day. Tickets cost $27–40 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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