What is the cheapest way to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $90 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Mexicali and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexicali to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Central de Autobuses de Mexicali and arriving at Los Angeles Downtown via Calexico Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Mexicali to Los Angeles?

The distance between Mexicali and Los Angeles is 217 miles. The road distance is 228.8 miles.

How do I travel from Mexicali to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles without a car is to bus which takes 5h 48m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles?

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

Where do I catch the Mexicali to Los Angeles bus from?

Mexicali to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Calexico Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Mexicali to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $90 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Mexicali to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Mexicali to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from Mexicali to Los Angeles?

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

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 3272+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

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There are 5 ways to get from Mexicali to Los Angeles by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
2h 52m
$91–418
Drive 227.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mexicali to Los Angelescar 227.5 mi
3h 54m
$42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2054
5h 48m
$56–86
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
Bus via Tijuana
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
2. Take the bus from Tijuana Central, B.C. to Los Angelesbus Lxus 3126 / ...
8h 25m
$58–123

Mexicali to Los Angeles by bus

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Distance: 216.2 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Southern Airways Express flies from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) twice daily. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Calexico Bus Station to Los Angeles Downtown 6 times a week. Tickets cost $55–85 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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