What is the travel distance from Tijuana to Empalme?

Tijuana and Empalme are 487 miles (785 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tijuana to Empalme?

The majority of buses traveling from Tijuana to Empalme start their journey at Tijuana Airport and wind up at Empalme. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Tijuana to Empalme from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tijuana to Empalme on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	Tijuana Insurgentes Bus Station	14h 30m	4:00am	Empalme Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	Tijuana Insurgentes Bus Station	14h 10m	11:10am	Empalme Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Central de Autobuses de Tijuana	17h 50m	7:50am	Empalme, Sonora	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Tijuana Insurgentes Bus Station	14h 30m	8:30am	Empalme Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Central de Autobuses de Tijuana	15h 25m	8:00am	Empalme, Sonora	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:43 AM PST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Empalme. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

14h 30mAverage Duration

482 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $112	Average Duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $37	Average Duration17h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

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Tufesa

3.5/5695 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 3 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

Elite

2.5/5167 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi1.2

Aguacaliente

3.5/532 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2

ELITE SELECT

3/515 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

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Where are the popular stops in Tijuana and Empalme?

Stops in Tijuana

A - Tijuana Airport

B - Terminal Tijuana Línea de Autobuses (ABC)

C - Central de Autobuses

D - Buenavista

E - Otay

F - Buenavista

Stops in Empalme

A - Empalme

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tijuana to Empalme, SON by bus

What is the travel distance from Tijuana to Empalme?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tijuana to Empalme?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$78

11/17

$78

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$78

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$78

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The cheapest trip from Tijuana to Empalme, SON was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $78

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

You can expect to pay from $78 to $101 for a bus ticket from Tijuana to Empalme, SON based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-11-19.