Serving Chula Vista, from Third Avenue to Otay Ranch
Smoke Shop Near Chula Vista, CA
Imperial Beach Smoke & Market is just south of Chula Vista at 1840 Coronado Ave E, in San Diego's Nestor neighborhood. From western Chula Vista it's a quick run down I-5, and we're open every day from 9 AM to midnight, so it still works after work or late in the evening when a lot of shops have closed.
How far is it from your part of Chula Vista?
| Starting point | Distance | Typical drive | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chula Vista Center (Broadway) | about 4.1 mi | about 9 min | I-5 |
| Castle Park | about 3.9 mi | about 13 min | Palomar St (no freeway) |
| Third Avenue Village (Third Ave & F St) | about 6.1 mi | about 13 min | I-5 |
| Southwestern College | about 12.5 mi | about 20 min | E H St and I-5 |
| Otay Ranch Town Center / Eastlake | about 12.2 mi | about 22 min | Olympic Pkwy (no tolls) |
Distances and drive times measured in Google Maps on September 15, 2026 around midday. Your time will vary with traffic.
Get directionsComing from western Chula Vista
From the Broadway corridor, the bayfront or Third Avenue, take I-5 south and get off at Exit 4, Coronado Avenue. The shop is on Coronado Avenue, so there's no zig-zagging through side streets once you're off the freeway.
If you live around Castle Park or near Palomar Street, you can skip the freeway altogether. It's under 4 miles on surface streets, which is handy when I-5 backs up in the evening.
Coming from Eastlake, Otay Ranch and the east side
East Chula Vista is farther out, but still an easy drive. Olympic Parkway west is the free route and runs about 12 miles. If you already use the SR-125 toll road, SR-125 south to SR-905 west is a few minutes faster; Google Maps will show both.
Because we're open until midnight, a lot of east-side customers stop by on the way home from somewhere else in the South Bay rather than making a special trip. If you're coming a long way for one item, call us first at (619) 603-3054 and we'll check the shelf for you.
Taking the trolley
Chula Vista's Blue Line stations (E Street, H Street and Palomar Street) all run south to Palm Avenue. From the Palm Avenue station, MTS bus Route 227 gets you close to the shop. When we checked, Google Maps put the bus leg at about 20 minutes. Check the MTS trip planner for current times.
What Chula Vista customers come in for
Most visits are a mix: a vape or e-liquid restock, rolling papers, a lighter or torch, and a cold drink or snack for the road. We also carry glass pipes and water pipes, hookahs and shisha, cigarettes and cigars, and phone chargers. Stock changes often, so ask the counter if you don't see what you're after.
Neighborhoods we see customers from
Castle Park · Harborside · Otay Town · Third Avenue Village · Rancho del Rey · Eastlake · Otay Ranch · Sunbow
ZIP codes: 91910, 91911, 91913, 91914, 91915
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Frequently asked questions
How far is the shop from downtown Chula Vista?
About 4 to 6 miles depending on where you start. From Chula Vista Center on Broadway it's about 4 miles and roughly 9 minutes by I-5 in normal traffic.
What's the best exit if I'm driving down I-5 from Chula Vista?
Take Exit 4, Coronado Avenue. The shop is at 1840 Coronado Ave E with free parking right in front.
Is there a route from Eastlake that avoids the toll road?
Yes. Olympic Parkway west is toll-free and runs about 12 miles to the shop. SR-125 is a little faster but it's a toll road.
Can I check if you have something before I drive over?
Yes. Call (619) 603-3054 and we'll look for you. We're open 9 AM to midnight every day.
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