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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Terminal 5 y 10 | Central de Autobuses Tecate | Cheapest | ||||
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| Tijuana B.Vista - Stop | Tecate - Stop | Fastest | ||||
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| Terminal 5 y 10 | Central de Autobuses Tecate | No tags | ||||
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| Tijuana Centro - Stop | Tecate - Stop | No tags | ||||
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| Terminal 5 y 10 | Central de Autobuses Tecate | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:46 PM PDT.
Get from Tijuana to Tecate
The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 48,746, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Tijuana and Tecate
Stops in Tijuana
- B
Centro
Av. Sirak Baloyan 1595, Zonaeste, Tijuana, B.C. - C
Insurgentes
Boulevard Insurgentes No. 17512, Fraccionamiento el Lago, 22224 Tijuana - D
Buenavista
Calzada Juan Ojeda Robles 117-B, Col. Guadalupe Victoria, Buenavista Postal, Buena Vista, 22415 Tijuana, B.C. - E
Otay
Plaza Centrum Local 9, 2° Eje Oriente-Poniente No 208 - Ciudad Industrial Nueva, 22046 Tijuana - F
Central de Autobuses
Lázaro Cárdenas 15751, Chapultepec Alamar, 22110 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
Stops in Tecate
- A
Blvrd Universidad, 85
Blvrd Universidad 85, Militar, 21470 Tecate, B.C., Mexico
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tijuana to Tecate by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Tijuana to Tecate?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tijuana to Tecate start from COP 48,746. The average price for this route is around COP 51,405. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Tijuana to Tecate?
The average bus trip duration from Tijuana to Tecate is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 21 miles (34 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 50m and is operated by ACN Autobuses.
Which bus companies service the Tijuana to Tecate route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ELITE SELECT, Elite, Aguacaliente, Chihuahuenses, ACN Autobuses, Autotravel.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tijuana to Tecate?
The earliest bus departs from Tijuana to Tecate at 12:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tijuana to Tecate?
A bus trip from Tijuana to Tecate generates an estimated 0.8335499999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Tijuana to Tecate?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Chihuahuenses, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 179 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tijuana to Tecate?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ACN Autobuses has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Tijuana to Tecate?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Chihuahuenses, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tijuana to Tecate?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ELITE SELECT, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tijuana to Tecate was searched and found on Oct 10, 2026 with a price of COP 39,406To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tijuana to Tecate, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 39,406 to COP 124,046 for a bus ticket from Tijuana to Tecate based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 39,406 which is on 2026-10-10.
Usually ACN Autobuses 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.
