How do I get from El Monte to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to travel from El Monte to Tijuana is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from El Monte to Tijuana?

The average travel time from El Monte to Tijuana is about 7h 30m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 122 miles (196 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is El Monte from Tijuana?

The distance between the two cities is 122 miles (196 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from El Monte to Tijuana leave from El Monte Bus Station and arrive at Tijuana Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $33 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Tijuana from El Monte.

How much does a bus ticket from El Monte to Tijuana cost?

The average bus ticket price from El Monte to Tijuana is $51. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $33 to $73, so it's good to do your research before booking.

El Monte, US to Tijuana Bus Tickets

TomorrowApr 30

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from $46

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Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 3 at 6:50am
Departure city: El Monte
Departure location: El Monte Bus Station
Arrival time: May 3 at 12:45pm
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Central de Autobuses de Tijuana
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 3 at 6:00am
Departure city: El Monte
Departure location: E Garvey Avenue
Arrival time: May 3 at 10:00am
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana International Airport
Operated by: Executive Lines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: May 3 at 6:00am
Departure city: El Monte
Departure location: E Garvey Avenue
Arrival time: May 3 at 10:00am
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana International Airport
Operated by: Executive Lines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: May 3 at 3:00pm
Departure city: El Monte
Departure location: El Monte Bus Station
Arrival time: May 4 at 2:25am
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 25m
Departure time: May 3 at 6:50am
Departure city: El Monte
Departure location: El Monte Bus Station
Arrival time: May 3 at 12:30pm
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m

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Compare 2 ways to go from El Monte to Tijuana.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $73	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from El Monte to Tijuana

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Tijuana. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

$10Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus El Monte to Tijuana: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$51

Average bus trip duration7h 30m

Number of daily buses22

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance125 miles (201 km)

Latest bus departure6:00pm

Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5192 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.8

Executive Lines

3.5/577 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi3.5

Based on 77 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. Executive Lines ticket prices on this trip start at $53.00

Executive Lines El Monte Tijuana recent customer reviews

Bus was late 20 min late. And lady at your station was severely RUDE!!

Ana G.

September 9, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/586,952 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Las Vegas Shuttles

3.5/545 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/58,442 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

MX bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

El Monte to Tijuana Bus

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Where are the popular stops in El Monte and Tijuana?

Stops in El Monte

A - El Monte Bus Station

Stops in Tijuana

A - Tijuana Airport

B - Buenavista

C - Centro

D - Buenavista

E - Otay

F - Central de Autobuses

Frequently asked questions for your trip El Monte - Tijuana

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How much does a bus ticket from El Monte to Tijuana cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/27

$45

04/28

$46

Today

$45

04/30

No data

05/01

$40

05/02

$39

05/03

$46

05/04

$44

The cheapest trip from El Monte to Tijuana was searched and found on May 2, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $61 for a bus ticket from El Monte to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-05-02.

Usually Executive Lines 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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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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