How to get from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco

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What is the best way to travel from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to San Francisco from Tijuana, BC. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
14h 15m
£75
£100
3
Flight
1h 50m
£54
£148
45

What is the cheapest way to reach San Francisco from Tijuana, BC?

You can reach San Francisco with just £54 by taking a Flight from Skyscanner, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £75
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £104
Friday
Saturday
from £54
Sunday

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £75
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 45m
    0
    10:30
    Tijuana, BC
    Cross Border Xpress CBX Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £99
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 35m
    0
    10:40
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £99

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £104
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 45m
    0
    10:30
    Tijuana, BC
    Cross Border Xpress CBX Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £113
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 35m
    0
    10:40
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £113

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    2h 2m
    0
    22:25
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    00:27
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £54
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    11:26
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    13:23
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £58
  • United Airlines
    1h 50m
    0
    06:15
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    08:05
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £74
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 40m
    0
    22:10
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    08:50
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £105
  • Viva Aerobus
    10h 27m
    0
    09:30
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    19:57
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £169
  • Alaska Airlines
    11h 42m
    0
    21:24
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    09:06
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £169

What are the fastest trips from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco?

You can get to San Francisco from Tijuana, BC in just 1h 50m with a Flight from United Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 14h 15m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 14h 15m
Friday
Saturday
from 1h 50m
Sunday

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £75
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 35m
    0
    10:40
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £99
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 45m
    0
    10:30
    Tijuana, BC
    Cross Border Xpress CBX Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £99

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £104
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 35m
    0
    10:40
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £113
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    20h 45m
    0
    10:30
    Tijuana, BC
    Cross Border Xpress CBX Coach Station
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    £113

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • United Airlines
    1h 50m
    0
    06:15
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    08:05
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £74
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    11:26
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    13:23
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £58
  • Skyscanner
    2h 2m
    0
    22:25
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    00:27
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £54
  • Viva Aerobus
    10h 27m
    0
    09:30
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    19:57
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £169
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 40m
    0
    22:10
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    08:50
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £105
  • Volaris
    10h 50m
    0
    09:07
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    19:57
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £203
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco

What are the most popular stations in Tijuana, BC and San Francisco?

In Tijuana, BC, you will usually depart from Centro Coach Stop, Terminal Insurgentes - SITT or Plaza 5 y 10, while in San Francisco you will be arriving at One Ferry Building, SoMa or Beach St & Hyde St, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Francisco from Tijuana, BC? With 5 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Tijuana, BC and San Francisco, you can pay as low as £54 with a Flight from Skyscanner.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to San Francisco in just 1h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Tijuana, BC and San Francisco are Greyhound Lines Mexico, Alaska Airlines and Greyhound US, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Tijuana, BC and San Francisco is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Tijuana Airport or to Daly City, CA, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at San Francisco, CA - Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco?

The most popular companies between Tijuana, BC and San Francisco, are Greyhound Lines Mexico, Alaska Airlines and Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound US

Airlines: Alaska Airlines, Volaris, Skyscanner and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco

How can I reach San Francisco from Tijuana, BC?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Francisco from Tijuana, BC.

How far is San Francisco from Tijuana, BC?

The distance between Tijuana, BC and San Francisco is 767.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Tijuana, BC and San Francisco?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 21 kgs of CO2, a train 27 kgs, a car 130 kgs, and a flight 189 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco?

You can get to San Francisco with just £54 by taking a Flight from Skyscanner.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana, BC to San Francisco?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Francisco in just 1h 50m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Tijuana, BC and to San Francisco

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Tijuana, BC and to San Francisco. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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