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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
€32
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from South Gate, 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 South Gate, CA to Tijuana will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
It's difficult to get from South Gate, CA to Tijuana without transferring at least once.










| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator CBX Cross Border Express | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator CBX Cross Border Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Tufesa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator CBX Cross Border Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €36 |
The table below shows live departures for South Gate, CA to Tijuana buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 PM South Gate, CA | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:50 PM South Gate, CA | 3h55 | 1:45 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
![]() | 2:15 AM South Gate, CA | 4h40 | 6:55 AM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:25 AM South Gate, CA | 4h10 | 12:35 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:50 AM South Gate, CA | 7h55 | 4:45 PM Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from South Gate, CA to Tijuana run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 South Gate, 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 South Gate, CA to Tijuana buses use the Hantington Park to Tijuana, Calle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles station pair, with some services arriving at Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto). Use this guide to compare South Gate, CA and Tijuana bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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