Bus from San Jose, US to Tijuana: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Jose to Tijuana on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
TufesaBus
Santiago Express San Jose
Suc. InsurgenteCheapestFastest
TufesaBus
San Jose, Ca. Fronteras
Suc. InsurgenteNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:52 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Tijuana

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tijuana. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
13h 5mAverage Duration
703 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$92 - $328Average Duration13h 5m
18kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$53 - $53Average Duration9h 20m
29kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Tijuana by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Tijuana?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Tijuana start from $92. The average price for this route is around $151. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Jose to Tijuana?

    The average bus travel time from San Jose to Tijuana is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 703 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Tufesa.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Jose to Tijuana route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Jose to Tijuana?

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Tijuana at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Tijuana?

    A bus trip from San Jose to Tijuana generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Jose to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Tijuana?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Jose to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, 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.

Best price found
11-27
$145
11-28
$145
Today
$145
11-30
$145
12-01
$145
12-02
No data
12-03
$145
12-04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tijuana was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $145

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 $145 to $277 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 $145 which is on 2025-11-30.

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.

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