Is there a way to reach Tijuana from Sacramento without flying?

The best way to travel from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Tijuana?

Traveling from Sacramento to Tijuana takes about 15h 20m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 12h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 488 miles (786 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Sacramento and Tijuana?

The distance between the two cities is 488 miles (786 km).

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

If you're headed to Tijuana from Sacramento, chances are that your bus will depart from Greyhound Sacramento Station and arrive at Tijuana Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. With prices starting at $79, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Sacramento to Tijuana?

The average bus ticket price from Sacramento to Tijuana is $95. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $79 to $179, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Sacramento, US to Tijuana Bus Tickets

TomorrowApr 26

from $88

SunApr 27

MonApr 28

from $88

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

from $88

FriMay 2

SatMay 3

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 6:00am
Departure city: Sacramento
Departure location: Sacramento Franklin Blvd
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:30pm
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 3:30pm
Departure city: Sacramento
Departure location: Sacramento Franklin Blvd
Arrival time: April 27 at 3:45am
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 15m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:45am
Departure city: Sacramento
Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 2:25am
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 40m
Departure time: April 26 at 6:00am
Departure city: Sacramento
Departure location: Sacramento Franklin Blvd
Arrival time: April 26 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 15m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:20pm
Departure city: Sacramento
Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 1:30pm
Destination city: Tijuana
Destination location: Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Tijuana.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $179	Average Duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $41	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Sacramento to Tijuana

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Tijuana. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest ticket

33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sacramento to Tijuana: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$95

Average bus trip duration15h 20m

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance485 miles (781 km)

Latest bus departure10:20pm

Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5189 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.8

Greyhound

3.5/586,945 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.

Greyhound Sacramento Tijuana recent customer reviews

Thanks to your bus being incredibly late, I was about to miss my flight.

Ma Del Refugio N.

July 29, 2019

Long time

Jesus P.

December 5, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/58,404 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.

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

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

Sacramento to Tijuana Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Tijuana?

Stops in Sacramento

A - Greyhound Sacramento Station

B - Old Sacramento

C - Fruitridge Rd

Stops in Tijuana

A - Tijuana Airport

B - Buenavista

C - Centro

D - Buenavista

E - Otay

F - Central de Autobuses

Frequently asked questions for your trip Sacramento - Tijuana

Is there a way to reach Tijuana from Sacramento without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Tijuana?
What is the distance between Sacramento and Tijuana?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to Tijuana?
What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Tijuana?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Sacramento to Tijuana?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/23

$86

04/24

$85

Today

$86

04/26

$87

04/27

$83

04/28

$88

04/29

$74

04/30

$73

The cheapest trip from Sacramento to Tijuana was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $73

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

You can expect to pay from $73 to $156 for a bus ticket from Sacramento to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-04-30.

Usually LLIO 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Sacramento to Tijuana.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sacramento to Tijuana, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sacramento to Tijuana.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Sacramento to Tijuana while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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!

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

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Bus Tickets from Sacramento, CA to Tijuana, BCN

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Bus Sacramento to Tijuana: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Sacramento Tijuana recent customer reviews

Sacramento to Tijuana Bus

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Tijuana?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Sacramento - Tijuana

Is there a way to reach Tijuana from Sacramento without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Tijuana?

What is the distance between Sacramento and Tijuana?

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

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

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Sacramento to Tijuana?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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