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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
$41
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 21 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Tijuana on Sat, Aug 01, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 3 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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0Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $131.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $240 Average price | $1 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 51m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana costing on average $55 (€45).
A train is $201 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana costing on average $240 (€196).
Other travel options to Tijuana take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 21m.
Flight takes on average 10h 51m.
You'll arrive about -2h -59m sooner (4h 21m by bus vs 2h 22m by car) and save roughly $-53.78 (€-43.87) compared to fuel and tolls ($55 (€45) vs $1 (€0.91)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, Infobus.
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 Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:24PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:04PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:34PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:34PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 7:30 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3h34 | 11:04 AM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:50 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3h34 | 1:24 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:30 PM Los Angeles, CA | 5h00 | 6:30 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:15 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h15 | 5:30 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h34 | 7:34 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 6h05 | 2:20 PM Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
· | 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 5h50 | 2:05 PM Tijuana, Blvd. Lazaro Cardenas (Hotel City Express) | 1 transfer | |
· | 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 5h30 | 1:45 PM Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 6:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h34 | 9:34 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h34 | 11:34 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 6h05 | 8:35 PM Tijuana, Blvd. Lazaro Cardenas (Hotel City Express) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 5h45 | 8:15 PM Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 59m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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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 Los Angeles, 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.

Most Los Angeles, CA to Tijuana buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) station pair, with some services arriving at Tijuana, Blvd. Lazaro Cardenas (Hotel City Express). Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Tijuana bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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