What is the cheapest way to get from California to Rosarito?

The cheapest way to get from California to Rosarito is to drive which costs $480 - $700 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Rosarito?

The fastest way to get from California to Rosarito is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $480 - $700.

How far is it from California to Rosarito?

The distance between California and Rosarito is 244 km. The road distance is 240.1 km.

How long does it take to get from California to Rosarito?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from California to Rosarito, including transfers.

Train or bus from California to Rosarito?

The best way to get from California to Rosarito is to bus which takes 3h 8m and costs $750 - $1200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1500 and takes 4h 8m.

Can I drive from California to Rosarito?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Rosarito is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from California to Rosarito.

Where can I stay near Rosarito?

There are 563+ hotels available in Rosarito.

California to Rosarito - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from California to Rosarito by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to San Ysidro, CAbus Las Vegas / ...
3h 8m
$787–1,196
Drive 240.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Rosaritocar 240.1 km
2h 43m
$482–696
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 8m
$594–1,485

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from California to Rosarito.

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Distance: 243.6 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between California, USA and Rosarito, Mexico?

Tufesa operates a bus from Downtown Los Angeles to San Ysidro, CA 3 times a day. Tickets cost $700–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $500–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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