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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Sylmar station. However, there are services departing from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Tijuana and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct train from Tijuana station to Sylmar. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Sylmar / San Fernando via San Diego and L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Sylmar?

The distance between Tijuana and Sylmar is 170 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Sylmar without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 6h 57m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Tijuana to Sylmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Sylmar bus from?

Tijuana to Sylmar bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano station.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Sylmar train from?

Tijuana to Sylmar train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Tijuana to Sylmar?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Sylmar is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $80 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Tijuana to Sylmar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tijuana to Sylmar train arrive?

Tijuana to Sylmar train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Sylmar?

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

Where can I stay near Sylmar?

There are 318+ hotels available in Sylmar.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 25m
$80–136
Drive 160.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Sylmarcar 160.4 mi
2h 54m
$30–43
Bus via Los Angeles (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
6h 57m
$32–51
Tram, fly, train
1. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
5h 48m
$159–504
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to Huntington Parkbus Lxus 3122 / ...
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Los Angeles - Pacoimabus Nogales
8h 2m
$39–66

Tijuana to Sylmar by bus and train (Greyhound)

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6h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–45 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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