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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
$34
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orange, 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 Orange, CA to Tijuana will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 3 buses that leave Orange, CA for Tijuana on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orange, CA to Tijuana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price | $1 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Orange, CA to Tijuana:
A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Orange, CA to Tijuana costing on average $41.
A train is $165 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orange, CA to Tijuana costing on average $198.
Other travel options to Tijuana take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
Flight takes on average 10h 48m.
You'll arrive about -1h -43m sooner (2h 35m by bus vs 1h 52m by car) and save roughly $-39.64 compared to fuel and tolls ($41 vs $1). 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 Infobus, Greyhound.
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 Futura Net | Departure Time 06:14AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:24AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:29AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:29AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:44AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 10:29AM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 10:39AM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 10:44AM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 12:29PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 12:44PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 02:29PM | Arrival Time 05:04PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 05:04PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 02:44PM | Arrival Time 05:04PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 04:59PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:09PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:14PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:59PM | Arrival Time 09:34PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:09PM | Arrival Time 09:34PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:14PM | Arrival Time 09:34PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:59PM | Arrival Time 11:34PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:09PM | Arrival Time 11:34PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:14PM | Arrival Time 11:34PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Orange, CA to Tijuana buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:40 PM Orange, CA | 4h25 | 9:05 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Orange, CA | 3h45 | 8:45 PM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Orange, CA | 3h50 | 2:50 AM Tijuana | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Orange, CA to Tijuana run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 Orange, 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 Orange, CA to Tijuana buses use the Anaheim to Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles station pair, with some services arriving at Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto). Use this guide to compare Orange, 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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