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How to get fromCalexico–Mexicali to San Diegoby bus, tram or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Calexico–Mexicali to San Diego by bus, tram, or car

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  1. Bus, tram via Tijuana

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    1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
    2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Fifth Avenue StationtramBlue
    3h 7m
    $19–52
  2. Drive 127.7 mi

    1. Drive from Calexico–Mexicali to San Diegocar127.7 mi
    2h 10m
    $24–34
  3. Bus, tram

    1. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to El Cajon Transit CenterbusGreyhound US0851
    2. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Civic Center StationtramOrange
    3h 30m
    $33–81

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Calexico–Mexicali, Mexico and San Diego, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Calexico–Mexicali to San Diego. However, you can take the taxi to Mexicali, take the bus to Tijuana, walk to San Ysidro Station, then take the vehicle to Fifth Avenue Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Calexico–Mexicali to San Diego in around 2h 10m.

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