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 Holt @ Lemon and arriving at Tecate via Pomona Transit Center, Ring-Brea Mall, Santa Ana and Tijuana International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Ontario to Tecate?

The distance between Ontario and Tecate is 269 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 line 59 bus and bus which takes 7h 59m and costs $600 - $1100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m 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 OCTA, depart from Ring-Brea Mall station.

Where does the Ontario to Tecate bus arrive?

Ontario to Tecate bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 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 10+ hotels available in Tecate.

Ontario to Tecate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, 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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Line 59 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ring-Brea Mall to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3bus 59
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus
3. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
7h 59m
$639–1,054
Drive 232.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ontario to Tecatecar 232.8 km
2h 38m
$453–654
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
$954–1,984
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
$696–1,100

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

20Weekly Services

8h 51mAverage Duration

$954Cheapest Price

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Distance: 269.1 km
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Holt @ Lemon to Tecate via Pomona Transit Center, Brea Mall, Ring-Brea Mall, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, Cross Border Express, San Diego, and Tijuana International Airport in around 7h 59m.

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