Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Tijuana

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Next departures from San Diego to Tijuana on 24 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Tijuana Airport Bus TerminalFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Tijuana

Bus
Average priceUS$12 - US$68Average duration2h 5m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$4 - US$4Average duration20m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Tijuana

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tijuana. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
2h 5mAverage duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Tijuana: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$14
Average bus trip duration2h 5m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure00:01
Distance20 miles
Latest bus departure21:00

San Diego to Tijuana Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Diego to Tijuana.

Bus service from San Diego to Tijuana will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Diego to Tijuana, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Tijuana

  1. How far is Tijuana from San Diego by coach?

    The journey from San Diego to Tijuana by coach covers an approximate distance of 15 miles (25 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Diego to Tijuana without a car?

    You can reach Tijuana from San Diego by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
21/09
US$6
22/09
US$6
Today
US$6
24/09
US$6
25/09
US$6
26/09
US$6
27/09
US$6
28/09
US$6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Tijuana was searched and found on 21 Sept 2025 with a price of US$6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Tijuana as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$6 to US$7 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$6, which is on 2025-09-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to Tijuana, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Diego to Tijuana that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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