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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Empalme, Sonora | Central de Autobuses de Tijuana | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Empalme, Sonora | Central de Autobuses de Tijuana | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Empalme Bus Station | Tijuana Insurgentes Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Empalme, Sonora | 5 Y 10 Tijuana | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Empalme, Sonora | Central de Autobuses de Tijuana | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:33 PM MST.
Get from Empalme to Tijuana
The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Empalme and Tijuana?
Stops in Empalme
- A
Empalme
Carretera Internacional Km 2 - Sector Oriente s/n, 85349 Empalme
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 Empalme, SON 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 Empalme to Tijuana?
The cheapest bus tickets from Empalme to Tijuana start from $118. The average price for this route is around $137. 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 Empalme to Tijuana?
The average bus travel time from Empalme to Tijuana is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 777 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Empalme to Tijuana route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Aguacaliente, Tufesa, Aguacaliente, Elite.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Empalme to Tijuana?
The earliest bus departs from Empalme to Tijuana at 8:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Empalme to Tijuana?
A bus trip from Empalme to Tijuana generates an estimated 19 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 Empalme to Tijuana?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Aguacaliente, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Empalme to Tijuana?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Empalme to Tijuana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tufesa, with a punctuality rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Empalme to Tijuana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Aguacaliente, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Empalme, SON to Tijuana was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $118To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Empalme, SON to Tijuana, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $118 to $155 for a bus ticket from Empalme, SON to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2026-02-04.
Usually Tufesa 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.
