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 $480 - $750 and takes 2h 54m.

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 54m and costs $480 - $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 7th / Maple and arriving at Tecate via Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave and Tijuana International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from California to Tecate?

The distance between California and Tecate is 274 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 train and bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $650 - $1700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m 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 Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave 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 54m 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 train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
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 40m
$692–1,659
Drive 249.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Tecatecar 249.3 km
2h 54m
$489–707
Bus via Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave
1. Take the bus from Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
6h 2m
$609–1,023
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tijuana Airport Bus Terminalbus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecatebus
6h 56m
$571–1,065

California to Tecate by train, tram, and bus

20Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

$692Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from California to Tecate.

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Distance: 274.4 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from 7th / Maple to Tecate via Pacific / Florence, Huntington Park, CA - 2470 E Florence Ave, Cross Border Express, San Diego, and Tijuana International Airport in around 6h 2m.

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