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Centro Cultural Tijuana (CECUT)
Major cultural complex with rotating art, history, and regional exhibitions. A top stop for understanding Baja California and Tijuana's identity.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana without transferring at least 2 times.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price | $1 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 51m Average total duration 13h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana:
A bus is $96 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana costing on average $153 (€125).
Other travel options to Tijuana take longer:
Flight takes on average 13h 51m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 01:32AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 5h23 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 05:04AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 6h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:03AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:08AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h22 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 5h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 10:31AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 6h14 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 01:24PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:06PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 08:43PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 5h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 08:44PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 5h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Inglewood, CA to Tijuana buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:25 PM Inglewood, CA | 6h25 | 7:50 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Inglewood, CA | 7h20 | 2:25 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:43 PM Inglewood, CA | 5h02 | 1:45 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 1:32 AM Inglewood, CA | 5h23 | 6:55 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:04 AM Inglewood, CA | 6h46 | 11:50 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:03 AM Inglewood, CA | 6h27 | 1:30 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Inglewood, CA | 5h00 | 12:35 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:31 AM Inglewood, CA | 6h14 | 4:45 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 19:20. The fastest bus covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 7:20 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Tijuana — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tijuana trip today.
Major cultural complex with rotating art, history, and regional exhibitions. A top stop for understanding Baja California and Tijuana's identity.
Museum inside CECUT focused on Baja California history, archaeology, and local development through well-curated permanent displays.
Contemporary art museum known for ambitious exhibitions, experimental programming, and strong links to the border art scene.
Tijuana's best-known avenue for walking, street life, shops, and public art, with historic importance and constant energy.
Scenic beachside area where visitors can walk the boardwalk, see the border fence meet the ocean, and enjoy sea views.
Major modern district with monuments, business towers, plazas, and cultural venues. Useful for walking between key city sights.
Caesar salad was created in Tijuana in 1924 at Caesar's. Prepared tableside with romaine, croutons, Parmesan, egg, Worcestershire, and lime.
Tijuana's Baja-style fish taco features battered local fish, cabbage, crema, and salsa in a corn tortilla. It is a defining border-city street food.
A grilled marinated shrimp taco, usually served on a corn tortilla with cabbage, crema, and salsa. It reflects Tijuana's coastal Baja flavors.
Acclaimed Baja Med restaurant by chef Javier Plascencia, known for inventive regional dishes and a polished contemporary setting.
Casual mariscos specialist celebrated for fresh seafood tostadas, ceviches, and Baja-style fish tacos in a lively local atmosphere.
Historic dining room famous for the original Caesar salad, prepared tableside. Elegant yet classic atmosphere in central Tijuana.
Moderate for Mexico: hotels near Zona Río cost more, but tacos, coffee, and local transit stay affordable for most visitors.
Tip 10-15% in restaurants if not included. Round up or add a small tip for cafes. Taxis do not require tips, but rounding up is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inglewood, CA to Tijuana by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tijuana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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