Find coaches from San Jose, US to Tijuana

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Next departures from San Jose to Tijuana on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoCheapest
Tufesa
Santiago Express San Jose
Suc. InsurgenteFastest
Tufesa
Santiago Express San Jose
Suc. InsurgenteNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Tijuana

Bus
Average priceUS$67 - US$195Average duration14h 30m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$37 - US$37Average duration9h 20m
29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Tijuana

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tijuana. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
14h 30mAverage duration
US$67Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Tijuana: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$106
Average bus trip duration14h 30m
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance434 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

San Jose to Tijuana Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Tijuana

  1. What's the distance between San Jose and Tijuana by coach?

    The distance between San Jose and Tijuana by coach is approximately 432 miles (696 km).

  2. How can I travel from San Jose to Tijuana avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/10
US$61
07/10
US$100
Today
US$96
09/10
US$87
10/10
US$100
11/10
No data
12/10
US$63
13/10
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tijuana was searched and found on 6 Oct 2025 with a price of US$61

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

You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$115 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$63, which is on 2025-10-12.

Usually Greyhound 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Jose and Tijuana!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Tijuana.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to Tijuana will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to Tijuana, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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