What is the cheapest way to get from Ontario to Tecate?

The cheapest way to get from Ontario to Tecate is to drive which costs $450 - $700 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ontario to Tecate?

The fastest way to get from Ontario to Tecate is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $450 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Ontario and Tecate?

No, there is no direct bus from Ontario to Tecate. However, there are services departing from Ontario Convention Center and arriving at Tecate via El Monte and Tijuana International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Ontario to Tecate?

The distance between Ontario and Tecate is 299 km. The road distance is 232.8 km.

How do I travel from Ontario to Tecate without a car?

The best way to get from Ontario to Tecate without a car is to bus via El Monte which takes 5h 15m and costs $1000 - $1700.

How long does it take to get from Ontario to Tecate?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Ontario to Tecate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ontario to Tecate bus from?

Ontario to Tecate bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Ontario Convention Center station.

Where does the Ontario to Tecate bus arrive?

Ontario to Tecate bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at El Monte station.

Can I drive from Ontario to Tecate?

Yes, the driving distance between Ontario to Tecate is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Ontario to Tecate.

Where can I stay near Tecate?

There are 11+ hotels available in Tecate.

Ontario to Tecate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ontario to Tecate by bus, train, or car

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Bus via El Monte
best
1. Take the bus from Ontario Convention Center to El Montebus
2. Take the bus from El Monte to Cbxbus
3. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
5h 15m
$1,035–1,656
Drive 232.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ontario to Tecatecar 232.8 km
2h 38m
$455–657
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Montclair to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Martbus 894
8h 51m
$804–1,884
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ontario Convention Center to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
9h 49m
$699–1,104

Ontario to Tecate by bus, train, foot, and tram

20Weekly Services

8h 51mAverage Duration

$804Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.9 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Ontario, CA, USA and Tecate, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Ontario Convention Center to Tecate via El Monte, Cbx, and Tijuana International Airport in around 5h 15m.

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