Bus from San Francisco, US to Tijuana: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Tijuana on December 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
San Francisco Bus Station
Tijuana Airport Bus TerminalCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
San Francisco Bus Station
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
San Francisco Bus Station
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Tijuana Airport Bus TerminalNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:56 PM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Tijuana

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
19h 5mAverage Duration
475 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Tijuana start from $68. The average price for this route is around $138. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Tijuana is 19h 5m, covering a distance of 475 miles (766 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Tijuana route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Tijuana at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    A bus trip from San Francisco to Tijuana generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, 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.

Best price found
12/06
$100
12/07
$144
Today
$137
12/09
No data
12/10
$98
12/11
$114
12/12
No data
12/13
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Tijuana was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $98

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

You can expect to pay from $98 to $201 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $98 which is on 2025-12-10.

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