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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
$46
Fastest journey
6 h 52 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Fe Springs, 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 Santa Fe Springs, CA to Tijuana will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Santa Fe Springs, CA to Tijuana without transferring at least 3 times.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Fe Springs, CA to Tijuana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a bus costs an average of $41.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$45 Average price Cheapest | $1 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 22m Average total duration Fastest 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 06:38AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 06:51AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h39 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 01:34PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 12h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 11h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 11h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 05:19PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:04PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 7h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 07:06PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 09:28PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h27 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 09:34PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h21 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 09:36PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 10:03PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Fe Springs, CA to Tijuana buses for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:36 PM Santa Fe Springs, CA | 9h19 | 6:55 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 3 transfers | |
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![]() | 6:38 AM Santa Fe Springs, CA | 6h52 | 1:30 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:38 AM Santa Fe Springs, CA | 6h52 | 1:30 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:31 PM Santa Fe Springs, CA | 11h54 | 2:25 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Santa Fe Springs, CA to Tijuana run on average 22 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:38, the last at 22:03. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 39m |
First bus 6:38 AM |
Last bus 10:03 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 Santa Fe Springs, 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 Santa Fe Springs, CA to Tijuana buses use the Santa Fe Springs to Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles station pair, with some services arriving at Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto). Use this guide to compare Santa Fe Springs, CA and Tijuana bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Santa Fe Springs has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Santa Fe Springs. ATMs are available at Santa Fe Springs.
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Springs.
Available at Santa Fe Springs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Springs: Accessible entrance available.
Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) is 5 km from Tijuana city centre. Public transport options include:
Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food restaurants available
Free WiFi available at the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto).
Available at Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto): Wheelchair accessible.
Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles is 3 km from Tijuana city centre. Public transport options include:
Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bars and vending machines available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles.
Available at Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles: Wheelchair ramps and accessible toilets available.
Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano is 4 km from Tijuana city centre. Public transport options include:
Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets and cafes available.
Free WiFi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano.
Available at Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano: Facility is wheelchair accessible.
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