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McAllen, United States of America → Tijuana, Mexico

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Seven ways to Travel from Mcallen to Tijuana

Composite routes from Mcallen to Tijuana

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from McAllen Central Station to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.03–$83.02

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Phoenix
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.64–$459.82
Bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Calexico
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.16–$153.27

OMEX VIP

Phone:
+52 800 765 6636
Website:
omexvip.com.mx/index.php
Bus from McAllen Central Station to Monterrey
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.38–$47.26

Futura

Phone:
800 507 5500
Website:
futura.com.mx/
Bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.13–$38.32
Bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.60–$45.98
Bus from Chihuahua to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
21h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$102.18–$191.59

Chihuahuenses

Phone:
+52 55 4440 3187
Website:
chihuahuenses.com.mx/
Bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.77–$38.32
Bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.88–$47.26

Omnibus de Mexico

Phone:
+52 55 5141 4300
Website:
odm.com.mx/
Bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.50–$56.20
Bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.60–$62.59
Bus from Reynosa to Chihuahua
Ave. Duration:
13h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.25–$140.50

Autobuses Elite

Phone:
+52 55 4440 3187
Website:
autobuseselite.com.mx/
Bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.94–$47.26
Bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.77–$51.09

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Calexico
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.55–$89.41
Bus from McAllen Central Station to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.27–$89.41

Tufesa Mexico

Phone:
+52 644 410 2444
Website:
tufesa.com.mx/
Bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.22–$22.99
Bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.05–$26.82

ACN Autobuses

Phone:
+52 664 299 0487
Website:
acnautobuses.com/
Bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.13–$29.38
Bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.30–$33.21

Yuma County Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority

Phone:
+1 928-783-2235
Website:
ycipta.org/
Bus from 3rd Street @ Gila Street to William
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.16–$2.31

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Mcallen Miller International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$268.23–$1,149.54
Plane from Mcallen Miller International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
8h 34m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$306.54–$1,404.99

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Mcallen Miller International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$357.63–$1,149.54

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from General Lucio Blanco International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
8h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.82–$587.54

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from General Lucio Blanco International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.59–$830.22
Plane from Mcallen Miller International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$281.00–$830.22
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.54–$204.36

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from General Lucio Blanco International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 48m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$204.36–$830.22
Plane from Mcallen Miller International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
11h 22m
Frequency:
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$370.41–$1,021.81
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.65–$281.00

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Antonio Amtrak Station to Yuma
Ave. Duration:
24h 4m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$114.95–$395.95
Train from San Antonio Amtrak Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
28h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.50–$459.82
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.88–$102.18

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from McAllen to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from McAllen to Tijuana is to bus and fly which costs $70.65 - $195.65 and takes 10h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from McAllen to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from McAllen to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs $239.13 - $1032.61 .

Is there a direct bus between McAllen and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct bus from McAllen station to Tijuana. However, there are services departing from McAllen Central Station and arriving at Tijuana via Five Points Transfer Area - Southbound, San Antonio Bus Station, Phoenix Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos and Mexicali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 46m.

How far is it from McAllen to Tijuana?

The distance between McAllen and Tijuana is 1993 km. The road distance is 2467.3 km.

How do I travel from McAllen to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from McAllen to Tijuana without a car is to bus which takes 33h 46m and costs $130.43 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from McAllen to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from McAllen to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McAllen to Tijuana bus from?

McAllen to Tijuana bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from McAllen Central Station.

Bus or fly from McAllen to Tijuana?

The best way to get from McAllen to Tijuana is to fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $141.30 - $521.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $652.17 and takes 33h 46m.

Where does the McAllen to Tijuana bus arrive?

McAllen to Tijuana bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at San Antonio station.

What is the time difference between McAllen and Tijuana?

Tijuana is 2h behind McAllen. It is currently 01:18 in McAllen and 23:18 in Tijuana.

Can I drive from McAllen to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between McAllen to Tijuana is 2467 km. It takes approximately 24h 27m to drive from McAllen to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 503+ hotels available in Tijuana. Prices start at $2.82 per night.
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