How can I travel from Tijuana to Ensenada without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Ensenada without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Ensenada from Tijuana by bus?

On average, the trip from Tijuana to Ensenada takes around 1h 50m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h 11m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 53 miles (85 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Tijuana to Ensenada?

The distance separating Tijuana and Ensenada is 53 miles (85 km).

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Tijuana to Ensenada?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $12.

How much are the bus tickets from Tijuana to Ensenada?

You can expect to pay around $18 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $12 and $50, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Tijuana to Ensenada?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Tijuana to Ensenada! The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Tijuana and Ensenada is about 2h 22m. So you'll have enough time to visit Ensenada before returning to Tijuana in the evening.

Tijuana to Ensenada, MX Bus Tickets

TodayApr 25

TomorrowApr 26

from $12

SunApr 27

from $12

MonApr 28

from $12

TueApr 29

from $12

WedApr 30

from $12

ThuMay 1

from $12

FriMay 2

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 4:02am
Departure city: Tijuana
Departure location: Central de Autobuses de Tijuana
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:52am
Destination city: Ensenada
Destination location: Ensenada
Operated by: Chihuahuenses
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 7:45am
Departure city: Tijuana
Departure location: Terminal 5 y 10
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:15am
Destination city: Ensenada
Destination location: Ensenada
Operated by: Elite Select
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 4:17am
Departure city: Tijuana
Departure location: Terminal 5 y 10
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:52am
Destination city: Ensenada
Destination location: Ensenada
Operated by: Chihuahuenses
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 35m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:45am
Departure city: Tijuana
Departure location: Terminal 5 y 10
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:15am
Destination city: Ensenada
Destination location: Ensenada
Operated by: Elite Select
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 11:34am
Departure city: Tijuana
Departure location: Terminal 5 y 10
Arrival time: April 26 at 1:09pm
Destination city: Ensenada
Destination location: Ensenada
Operated by: Aguacaliente
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 35m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tijuana to Ensenada.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $50	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $7	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Tijuana to Ensenada

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ensenada. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tijuana to Ensenada: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$18

Average bus trip duration1h 50m

Number of daily buses25

Earliest bus departure12:35am

Distance51 miles (81 km)

Latest bus departure10:50pm

Compare bus companies

ABC

Interbus de Sinaloa

3/52 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness0

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

Elite

2.5/5152 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi1.1

Aguacaliente

3.5/532 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2

Based on 32 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Aguacaliente ticket prices on this trip start at $15.00

Aguacaliente Tijuana Ensenada recent customer reviews

Awesome thanks

Mario O.

April 13, 2023

Great bus, friendly staff

Jeffrey D.

June 1, 2019

Im very dissapointed

Akbal C.

January 20, 2019

ACN Autobuses

2.5/5127 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.5

If you're looking for an affordable, comfortable way to travel through the pacific region of Mexico and the United States, then ACN is a good option. With more than 300 buses, the company travels through over 700 routes in the two countries, connecting over 50 cities with an average of 600 daily buses. With a modern fleet, ACN buses have WiFi, reclining comfy seats, power outlets, onboard entertainment, and bathrooms.

Chihuahuenses

3/5146 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi1.5

Based on 146 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Chihuahuenses ticket prices on this trip start at $15.00

Chihuahuenses Tijuana Ensenada recent customer reviews

The address for the bus depot and the map on the app were incorrect. It didn't take us to the bus station but to a sketchy neighborhood outside of the city. We missed the bus and were out the bus fare and the cost of the Uber ride. I don't think I will trust the app again.

Ryan S.

March 21, 2024

ELITE SELECT

3/515 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

TIM Express

Futura

3.5/5667 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

MX bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, ADO, Chihuahuenses, ETN, Los Limousines

Tijuana to Ensenada Bus

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Tijuana - Ensenada

How can I travel from Tijuana to Ensenada without a car?
How long does it take to get to Ensenada from Tijuana by bus?
What is the travel distance from Tijuana to Ensenada?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Tijuana to Ensenada?
How much are the bus tickets from Tijuana to Ensenada?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Tijuana to Ensenada?

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

Best price found

04/23

$12

04/24

$12

Today

$20

04/26

$12

04/27

$12

04/28

$12

04/29

$12

04/30

$12

The cheapest trip from Tijuana to Ensenada was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $24 for a bus ticket from Tijuana to Ensenada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-04-30.

Usually acn2, ABC 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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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Tijuana and Ensenada!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Tijuana to Ensenada.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Tijuana to Ensenada that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Tijuana to Ensenada, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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 Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus Tijuana to Ensenada: Trip Overview

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Aguacaliente Tijuana Ensenada recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Tijuana - Ensenada

How can I travel from Tijuana to Ensenada without a car?

How long does it take to get to Ensenada from Tijuana by bus?

What is the travel distance from Tijuana to Ensenada?

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Tijuana to Ensenada?

How much are the bus tickets from Tijuana to Ensenada?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Tijuana to Ensenada?

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