What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Tecate?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Tecate is to drive which costs $850 - $1300 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Tecate?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Tecate is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs $850 - $1300.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Tecate?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Tecate. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Tecate via Tijuana International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Tecate?

The distance between Bakersfield and Tecate is 446 km. The road distance is 427.6 km.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Tecate without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Tecate without a car is to bus and train via Santa Ana which takes 8h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Tecate?

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Bakersfield to Tecate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Tecate bus from?

Bakersfield to Tecate bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Tecate bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Tecate bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Cbx station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Tecate?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Tecate is 428 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Bakersfield to Tecate.

Where can I stay near Tecate?

There are 11+ hotels available in Tecate.

Bakersfield to Tecate - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Bakersfield to Tecate by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Santa Ana
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Cbxbus
4. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
8h 15m
Bus via San Diego
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Martbus 894
9h 38m
$804–1,560
Drive 427.6 km
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Tecatecar 427.6 km
4h 51m
$897–1,296
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly to San Diego International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Martbus
9h 53m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Cbxbus Lxus 3104
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
8h 25m
$917–1,408
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Martbus 894
9h 5m
Fly Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane BFL - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Martbus
7h 46m
$2,008–6,593

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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Distance: 446.3 km
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Tecate, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to Tecate via Cbx and Tijuana International Airport in around 8h 25m.

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