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What is the best way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Tijuana, BC from Santa Barbara, CA. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 30m
£61
£61
4
Flight
3h 27m
£120
£335
10

What is the cheapest way to reach Tijuana, BC from Santa Barbara, CA?

You can get to Tijuana, BC with just £61 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £257
tomorrow
from £120
Friday
from £61
Saturday
from £120
Sunday
from £193
Monday
from £121
Tuesday

    Cheapest Flights today

  • United Airlines
    4h 27m
    0
    14:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    18:32
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £257
  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £257
  • Skyscanner
    5h 25m
    0
    14:28
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:53
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £257
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 26m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    17:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £502
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    08:50
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £518
  • Alaska Airlines
    44h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    15:50
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £725

    Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 26m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    17:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £120
  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £123
  • Skyscanner
    5h 25m
    0
    14:28
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:53
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    3h 47m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:07
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Alaska Airlines
    23h 35m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    18:40
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £307

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    10:10
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    20:05
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    10:10
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    20:20
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:35
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Station
    20:05
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Station
    20:20
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £194
  • United Airlines
    6h 7m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    12:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £194
  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £303
  • Alaska Airlines
    14h 54m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £393
  • Skyscanner
    5h 25m
    0
    14:28
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:53
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £394
  • Alaska Airlines
    44h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    15:50
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £724

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £120
  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £120
  • United Airlines
    3h 47m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:07
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £190
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    08:50
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £235
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 21m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:15
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £252
  • Alaska Airlines
    27h 15m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:20
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £645

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • American Airlines
    22h 25m
    0
    13:16
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    11:41
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £193
  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £195
  • United Airlines
    4h 2m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:22
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £195
  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £195
  • American Airlines
    5h 16m
    0
    06:25
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    11:41
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £300
  • American Airlines
    25h 42m
    0
    09:59
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    11:41
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £305

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £121
  • United Airlines
    3h 47m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:07
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £121
  • United Airlines
    4h 27m
    0
    14:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    18:32
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £121
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    08:50
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £128
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 21m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:15
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £163

What are the fastest trips from Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC?

You can get to Tijuana, BC from Santa Barbara, CA in just 3h 27m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 27m
tomorrow
from 3h 27m
Friday
from 3h 27m
Saturday
from 3h 27m
Sunday
from 3h 27m
Monday
from 3h 47m
Tuesday

    Fastest Flights today

  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £257
  • United Airlines
    4h 27m
    0
    14:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    18:32
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £257
  • Skyscanner
    5h 25m
    0
    14:28
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:53
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £257
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 26m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    17:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £502
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    08:50
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £518
  • Alaska Airlines
    42h 34m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    13:39
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £743

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    3h 47m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:07
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £123
  • Skyscanner
    5h 25m
    0
    14:28
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:53
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £123
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 26m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    17:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £120
  • Alaska Airlines
    22h 13m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    17:18
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £476

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £303
  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £194
  • Skyscanner
    5h 25m
    0
    14:28
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:53
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £394
  • United Airlines
    6h 7m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    12:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £194
  • Alaska Airlines
    14h 54m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £393
  • Alaska Airlines
    21h 50m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    16:55
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £796
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:35
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Station
    20:05
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Station
    20:20
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    10:10
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    20:05
    Tijuana, BC
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    10:10
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    20:20
    Tijuana, BC
    Tijuana(Hotel City Express) Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £120
  • United Airlines
    3h 47m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:07
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £190
  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £120
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 21m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:15
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £252
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    08:50
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £235
  • Alaska Airlines
    23h 35m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    18:40
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £657

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    19:00
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    22:27
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £195
  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £195
  • United Airlines
    4h 2m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:22
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £195
  • American Airlines
    5h 16m
    0
    06:25
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    11:41
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £300
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 26m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    17:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £377
  • Alaska Airlines
    14h 54m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £419

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    3h 47m
    0
    06:20
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:07
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £121
  • Skyscanner
    3h 58m
    0
    05:50
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    09:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £121
  • United Airlines
    4h 27m
    0
    14:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    18:32
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £121
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 21m
    0
    10:54
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    19:15
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £163
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Santa Barbara Airport
    Santa Barbara Airport
    08:50
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £128
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC

What are the most popular stations in Santa Barbara, CA and Tijuana, BC?

In Santa Barbara, CA, you will usually depart from Zoo, Anacapa & De La Guerra or Calle Real & La Cumbre Bus Stop, while in Tijuana, BC you will be arriving at Terminal Insurgentes - SITT, Tijuana Rtno Sentri Bus Stop or Buena Vista, 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 Tijuana, BC from Santa Barbara, CA? With 8 connections between 1 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 Santa Barbara, CA and Tijuana, BC, you can pay as low as £61 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Tijuana, BC in just 3h 27m.

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 Santa Barbara, CA and Tijuana, BC are Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Skyscanner, 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 Santa Barbara, CA and Tijuana, BC 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 Montecito, CA or to Tijuana Airport, and look at flights from Santa Barbara Airport, and landing at Tijuana 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC?

The most popular companies between Santa Barbara, CA and Tijuana, BC, are Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Skyscanner. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Skyscanner and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC

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

FAQs about the trip from Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC

How can I reach Tijuana, BC from Santa Barbara, CA?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Tijuana, BC from Santa Barbara, CA.

How far is Tijuana, BC from Santa Barbara, CA?

The distance between Santa Barbara, CA and Tijuana, BC is 332.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Santa Barbara, CA and Tijuana, BC?

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 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 57 kgs, and a flight 82 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC?

You can get to Tijuana, BC with just £61 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara, CA to Tijuana, BC?

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 Tijuana, BC in just 3h 27m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Santa Barbara, CA and to Tijuana, BC

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

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