What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Tecate?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Tecate is to drive which costs $470 - $700 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Tecate?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Tecate is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $470 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Tecate?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte station to Tecate. However, there are services departing from El Monte Station - Lower Level and arriving at Tecate via Norwalk Station, Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave and Tijuana International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from El Monte to Tecate?

The distance between El Monte and Tecate is 294 km. The road distance is 246.1 km.

How do I travel from El Monte to Tecate without a car?

The best way to get from El Monte to Tecate without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 7m and costs $850 - $1900.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Tecate?

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from El Monte to Tecate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Tecate bus from?

El Monte to Tecate bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave station.

Where does the El Monte to Tecate bus arrive?

El Monte to Tecate bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at Cross Border Express, San Diego station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Tecate?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Tecate is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from El Monte to Tecate.

Where can I stay near Tecate?

There are 10+ hotels available in Tecate.

El Monte to Tecate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Tecate by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Martbus 894
7h 7m
$894–1,905
Drive 246.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to Tecatecar 246.1 km
2h 52m
$479–691
Bus via Norwalk Station
1. Take the bus from Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
7h 13m
$609–1,024
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana Airport Bus Terminalbus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
9h
$598–1,123

El Monte to Tecate by train, foot, tram, and bus

20Weekly Services

7h 7mAverage Duration

$894Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.1 km
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Tecate via Norwalk Station, Florence / Malabar, Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave, Cross Border Express, San Diego, and Tijuana International Airport in around 7h 13m.

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