Getting to Mexico

There are many ways to enter Mexico. Here are some helpful directions if you drive across the border.

Entering Mexico can be by car, airplane, boat, or even walking across the border. Here are some helpful steps if you are driving or walking across.

Walking Across the Border to Mexico – San Ysidro to Tijuana

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Driving Directions Across the Border

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Remember, if you drive across, you need temporary auto insurance.
If you are flying out of the Tijuana Airport, there is now the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) that allows you to cross via an enclosed pedestrian skywalk bridge. Get tickets here.

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