How far is Santa Ana from Tijuana?

It's about 157 km (98 miles) from Santa Ana to Tijuana.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Ana to Tijuana?

Buses departing from Santa Ana Greyhound Bus Station in Santa Ana will take you to Tijuana Airport in Tijuana.

Bus Santa Ana to Tijuana from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santa Ana to Tijuana on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:40pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 45m	2:25am	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	Cheapest
	Bus	10:05pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 20m	2:00pm	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:25pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 50m	8:15pm	Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	9:40pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	3h 55m	1:35am	Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Santa Ana to Tijuana on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:40pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 45m	2:25am	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	Cheapest
	Bus	10:05pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 20m	2:00pm	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:35pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	5h 30m	8:05pm	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	No tags
	Bus	9:30pm	SANTA ANA - Stop	10h 35m	8:05am	Tijuana Insurgentes	No tags

Next departures for Santa Ana to Tijuana on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:25pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	5h 10m	8:35pm	Tijuana(Hotel City Express)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45pm	Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd	2h	12:45am	Tijuana Rtno Sentri	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 20m	2:00pm	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:25pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 50m	8:15pm	Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	5:55am	Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd	4h 50m	10:45am	Tijuana Rtno Sentri	No tags

Next departures for Santa Ana to Tijuana on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:35pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	5h 40m	8:15pm	Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45pm	Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd	2h	12:45am	Tijuana Rtno Sentri	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 20m	2:00pm	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:35pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	6h	8:35pm	Tijuana(Hotel City Express)	No tags
	Bus	5:55am	Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd	6h 50m	12:45pm	Tijuana Rtno Sentri	No tags

Next departures for Santa Ana to Tijuana on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:35pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	5h 30m	8:05pm	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45pm	Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd	2h	12:45am	Tijuana Rtno Sentri	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	4h 20m	2:00pm	Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:35pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	5h 40m	8:15pm	Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	5:55am	Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd	4h 50m	10:45am	Tijuana Rtno Sentri	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Ana to Tijuana

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Tijuana. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

158 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $108	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $21	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5265 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.8

Based on 265 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Los Limousines ticket prices on this trip start at $63

Los Limousines Santa Ana Tijuana recent customer reviews

Experience was horrible. Driver was an hour and a half late, it made 3 additional stops that were not listed before arriving to destination. Never again!

Fabiola M.

August 29, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,374 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to 40 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the WiFi and the power outlets, but some complained about the ticket access. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Greyhound Santa Ana Tijuana recent customer reviews

Bus never showed up. Waited over 2 1/2 hours. No one was there to assist. Construcción all over the place. Really bad experience!

Ede L.

September 12, 2023

Drivers must use and know the routes because the last time I spent an hour and a half in circles in San Isidro and I missed my flight

Fidel H.

January 22, 2023

Horrible! I was supposed to arrived at 1:15pm I’m almost arrive at 3! I don’t understand this company. Never again!

Alison B.

August 13, 2018

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Where are the popular stops in Santa Ana and Tijuana?

Stops in Santa Ana

A - Santa Ana Greyhound Bus Station

B - 602 S Main St

Stops in Tijuana

A - Tijuana Airport

B - Terminal Tijuana Línea de Autobuses (ABC)

C - Central de Autobuses

D - Buenavista

E - Otay

F - Buenavista

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Ana, US to Tijuana by bus

How far is Santa Ana from Tijuana?
It's about 157 km (98 miles) from Santa Ana to Tijuana.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Ana to Tijuana?
Buses departing from Santa Ana Greyhound Bus Station in Santa Ana will take you to Tijuana Airport in Tijuana.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-13

$40

11-14

$40

Today

$36

11-16

$42

11-17

$45

11-18

$42

11-19

$42

11-20

$37

The cheapest trip from Santa Ana, US to Tijuana was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Ana, US to Tijuana, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $36 to $80 for a bus ticket from Santa Ana, US to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Autotravel, Los Limousines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.