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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Santee is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Santee is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Santee?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Santee. However, there are services departing from Tijuana Línea, B.C. and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via San Ysidro Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Santee?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Santee station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Santee Town Center Station via 12th & Imperial Station and El Cajon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Santee?

The distance between Tijuana and Santee is 38 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Santee without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Tijuana to Santee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Santee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Santee train from?

Tijuana to Santee train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from San Ysidro Station.

Where does the Tijuana to Santee bus arrive?

Tijuana to Santee bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the Tijuana to Santee train arrive?

Tijuana to Santee train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at 12th & Imperial Station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Santee?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Santee is 30 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Tijuana to Santee.

Where can I stay near Santee?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Santee.

Tijuana to Santee - 3 ways to travel via tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tijuana to Santee by tram, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to 12th & Imperial Stationtram Blue
2. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to El Cajon Stationtram Orange
1h 53m
$7–46
Drive 29.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Santeecar 29.8 mi
33 min
$6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3123 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
3h 25m

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a vehicle from Tijuana to Santee Town Center Station via San Ysidro Station, 12th & Imperial Station, and El Cajon Station in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to Gillespie Field Station via San Ysidro, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, El Cajon Transit Center, and El Cajon Station in around 3h 25m.

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