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How to get fromNeedles to Calexicoby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Needles to Calexico by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus via Fontana

    best
    1. Take the train from Needles Station to San Bernardinotrain train
    2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Calexico Bus Stationbus bus
    12h 8m
    $146–257

  2. Drive 204.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Needles to Calexicocar car 204.4 mi
    4h 19m
    $38–54

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Needles Station to San Bernardinotrain train
    2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Indio Blvd at Transportation Cenbus bus 10
    3. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Calexico Bus Stationbus bus
    12h 12m
    $98–191

Needles to Calexico by train and bus

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration12h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket$146Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 431.3 mi
  • Duration: 12h 8m

What companies run services between Needles, CA, USA and Calexico, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Needles to Calexico. However, you can take the train to San Bernardino, walk to San Bernardino Depot, take the train to Fontana, walk to Fontana Metrolink Transit Center, take the bus to Indio Bus Station, then take the bus to Calexico Bus Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Needles to Calexico in around 4h 19m.

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