What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali is to drive which costs $330 - $480 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali?

The fastest way to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $360 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego–Tijuana and Mexicali?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tijuana and arriving at Mexicali. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali?

The distance between San Diego–Tijuana and Mexicali is 176 km. The road distance is 171.7 km.

How do I travel from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $360 - $650.

How long does it take to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali?

The bus from Tijuana to Mexicali takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali bus from?

San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, depart from Tijuana station.

Where does the San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali bus arrive?

San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, arrive at Mexicali station.

Can I drive from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali?

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Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 93+ hotels available in Mexicali.

San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
2h 5m
$360–650
Bus via Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Greyhound US0830 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
4h 3m
$279–1,150
Drive 171.7 km
1. Drive from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicalicar 171.7 km
2h 22m
$333–480

San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali by bus and foot

119Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

$279Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between San Diego–Tijuana, Mexico and Mexicali, Mexico?

Autobuses ABC operates a bus from Tijuana to Mexicali every 3 hours. Tickets cost $360–650 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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How to get fromSan Diego–Tijuana to Mexicaliby bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 3 ways to get from San Diego–Tijuana to Mexicali by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano

Drive 171.7 km