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

The cheapest way to get from California to Tecate is to drive which costs $490 - $750 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Tecate is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $490 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between California and Tecate?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Tecate. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Tecate via Tijuana International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from California to Tecate?

The distance between California and Tecate is 260 km. The road distance is 249.3 km.

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

The best way to get from California to Tecate without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $600 - $1100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from California to Tecate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Tecate bus from?

California to Tecate bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the California to Tecate bus arrive?

California to Tecate bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at Cross Border Express, San Diego station.

Can I drive from California to Tecate?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Tecate is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from California to Tecate.

Where can I stay near Tecate?

There are 10+ hotels available in Tecate.

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

There are 4 ways to get from California to Tecate by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Los Angeles to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus Sacramento / ...
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
4h 24m
$614–1,010
Drive 249.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Tecatecar 249.3 km
2h 55m
$500–722
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Martbus 894
5h 38m
$652–1,014
Bus via Los Angeles Union Station
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuanabus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
6h 57m
$612–1,284

California to Tecate by train, tram, and bus

20Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

$652Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from California to Tecate.

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Distance: 260.2 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Los Angeles to Tecate via Cross Border Express, San Diego and Tijuana International Airport in around 4h 24m.

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