Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | El Monte California | Suc. Insurgente | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | E Garvey Avenue | Tijuana International Airport | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | E Garvey Avenue | Tijuana International Airport | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Tijuana(Hotel City Express) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:17 PM PDT.
Get from El Monte to Tijuana
The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Monte and Tijuana?
Stops in El Monte
- A
El Monte Bus Station
3501 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
Stops in Tijuana
- B
Terminal Tijuana Línea de Autobuses (ABC)
Frontera 26, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, 22010 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - C
Central de Autobuses
Lázaro Cárdenas 15751, Chapultepec Alamar, 22110 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - D
Buenavista
Calzada Juan Ojeda Robles 117-B, Col. Guadalupe Victoria, Buenavista Postal, Buena Vista, 22415 Tijuana, B.C. - E
Otay
Plaza Centrum Local 9, 2° Eje Oriente-Poniente No 208 - Ciudad Industrial Nueva, 22046 Tijuana - FCalle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles 1140, Chapultepec Alamar, 22110 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Monte, US to Tijuana by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from El Monte to Tijuana?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Monte to Tijuana start from $52. The average price for this route is around $92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from El Monte to Tijuana?
The average bus travel time from El Monte to Tijuana is 8h, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Executive Lines.
Which bus companies service the El Monte to Tijuana route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Executive Lines, Tufesa, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from El Monte to Tijuana?
The earliest bus departs from El Monte to Tijuana at 1:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Monte to Tijuana?
A bus trip from El Monte to Tijuana generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from El Monte to Tijuana?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Executive Lines, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 89 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Monte to Tijuana?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Executive Lines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from El Monte to Tijuana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Executive Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Monte to Tijuana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Executive Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Monte, US to Tijuana was searched and found on Mar 25, 2026 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Monte, US to Tijuana, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $88 for a bus ticket from El Monte, US to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2026-03-28.
Usually Executive Lines, Los Limousines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
