What is the cheapest way to get from Mexicali to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Mexicali to El Cajon is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mexicali to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Mexicali to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Mexicali and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexicali to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Central de Autobuses de Mexicali and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Calexico Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Mexicali to El Cajon?

The distance between Mexicali and El Cajon is 118 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

How do I travel from Mexicali to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Mexicali to El Cajon without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Mexicali to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Mexicali to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexicali to El Cajon bus from?

Mexicali to El Cajon bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Calexico Bus Station.

Where does the Mexicali to El Cajon bus arrive?

Mexicali to El Cajon bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at El Cajon Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Mexicali to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexicali to El Cajon is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Mexicali to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1152+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Mexicali to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Mexicali to El Cajon by bus, car, or tram

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851
3h 38m
$36–51
Drive 107.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mexicali to El Cajoncar 107.2 mi
2h 7m
$20–29
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to 12th & Imperial Stationtram
3. Take the tram from 12th & Imperial Station to El Cajon Stationtram
3h 47m
$25–66
Bus via Tijuana
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
2. Take the bus from Tijuana Central, B.C. to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3122 / ...
7h 1m
$32–109

Mexicali to El Cajon by bus and tram

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7h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.2 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Calexico Bus Station to El Cajon Transit Center 5 times a week. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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