What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali is to drive which costs $600 - $950 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $600 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Mexicali?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Mexicali. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Mexicali via Santa Ana and Tijuana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Irvine to Mexicali?

The distance between Irvine and Mexicali is 369 km. The road distance is 312.6 km.

How do I travel from Irvine to Mexicali without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Mexicali without a car is to bus via Tijuana which takes 6h 51m and costs $650 - $1200.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Mexicali?

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Irvine to Mexicali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Mexicali bus from?

Irvine to Mexicali bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Irvine to Mexicali bus arrive?

Irvine to Mexicali bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Mexicali?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Mexicali is 313 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Irvine to Mexicali.

Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 96+ hotels available in Mexicali.

Irvine to Mexicali - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Irvine to Mexicali by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Tijuana
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
6h 51m
$686–1,176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
8h 47m
$636–1,636
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
7h 5m
$858–1,873
Drive 312.6 km
1. Drive from Irvine to Mexicalicar 312.6 km
3h 38m
$645–932
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Imperial County Airport
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)plane LAX - IPL
4h 47m
$1,852–11,552
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Yuma International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Yuma International Airport (YUM)plane SNA - YUM
2. Take the bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicalibus
7h 15m
$1,115–6,815

Irvine to Mexicali by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

8h 47mAverage Duration

$636Cheapest Price

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Distance: 368.7 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Mexicali, Mexico?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Mexicali via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, San Ysidro, and Tijuana in around 6h 51m.

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