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

The cheapest way to get from Mexicali to California is to bus which costs $30 - $65 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mexicali to California is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $90 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Mexicali and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexicali to California station. However, there are services departing from Central de Autobuses de Mexicali and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals via Calexico Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Mexicali to California?

The distance between Mexicali and California is 217 miles. The road distance is 228.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mexicali to California without a car is to bus which takes 6h 3m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Mexicali to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexicali to California bus from?

Mexicali to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Calexico Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Mexicali to California?

The best way to get from Mexicali to California is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $90 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Mexicali to California bus arrive?

Mexicali to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Mexicali to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexicali to California is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Mexicali to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 2972+ hotels available in California.

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There are 5 ways to get from Mexicali to California by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
2h 52m
$91–178
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2054
6h 3m
$31–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
2. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 58m
$63–136
Drive 227.5 mi
1. Drive from Mexicali to Los Angelescar 227.5 mi
3h 54m
$42–60
Bus via El Monte Station Upper Level (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to El Monte Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0850
7h 39m
$32–72

Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.2 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Mexicali, Mexico and California, USA?

Southern Airways Express flies from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) twice daily. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Calexico Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals 6 times a week. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 4h 39m.

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