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 Central, B.C. and arriving at Sylmar Station via Cross Border Xpress and Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

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 167 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 which takes 5h 29m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m 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 Limousine Express, depart from Cross Border Xpress 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 bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $55 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Tijuana to Sylmar bus arrive?

Tijuana to Sylmar bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Pacoima - San Fernando 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 369+ hotels available in Sylmar.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to Pacoima - San Fernandobus 1
5h 29m
$58–82
Drive 160.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Sylmarcar 160.4 mi
2h 54m
$30–43
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 25m
$40–101
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 46m
$169–494
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Central, B.C. to Los Angelesbus Lxus 3126 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main / 11th to Hubbard / Glenoaksbus 92
7h 38m
$39–54

Tijuana to Sylmar by bus

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Cross Border Xpress to Pacoima - San Fernando twice daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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