- Must visit
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 12 buses that leave Tijuana for Los Angeles, CA on Fri, Jul 31, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA 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 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $189.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$49 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $293 Average price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $49 (€40).
A train is $254 (€208) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $293 (€240).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 56m.
Flight takes on average 6h 7m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:21AM | Arrival Time 10:36AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:21AM | Arrival Time 12:56PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 11:21AM | Arrival Time 02:56PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 01:21PM | Arrival Time 04:56PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 03:21PM | Arrival Time 06:56PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:21PM | Arrival Time 08:56PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:21PM | Arrival Time 10:56PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 7:21 AM Tijuana | 3h35 | 10:56 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:21 AM Tijuana | 3h35 | 12:56 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:21 AM Tijuana | 3h35 | 2:56 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:21 PM Tijuana | 3h15 | 4:36 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:21 PM Tijuana | 3h15 | 6:36 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:21 PM Tijuana | 3h35 | 8:56 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:21 PM Tijuana | 3h15 | 10:36 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:30 AM Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) | 6h25 | 4:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:40 AM Tijuana, Blvd. Lazaro Cardenas (Hotel City Express) | 6h15 | 4:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:00 AM Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano | 5h55 | 4:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
· | 3:00 PM Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) | 7h20 | 10:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
· | 5:00 PM Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano | 5h20 | 10:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 10 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 4h 45m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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