What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Tecate?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Tecate is to drive which costs $330 - $490 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Tecate?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Tecate is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $330 - $490.

How far is it from Dana Point to Tecate?

The distance between Dana Point and Tecate is 188 km. The road distance is 161.2 km.

How do I travel from Dana Point to Tecate without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Tecate without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $500 - $850.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Tecate?

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Dana Point to Tecate, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Tecate?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Tecate is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Dana Point to Tecate.

Where can I stay near Tecate?

There are nine+ hotels available in Tecate.

Dana Point to Tecate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 90 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dana Point to Tecate by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Sr 188 & Tecate Mart894
5h 33m
$517–817
Drive 161.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dana Point to Tecate161.2 km
1h 57m
$338–489
Line 90 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 890
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Cross Border Express Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecate
5h 57m
$672–1,087
Train, bus via Oceanside
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Oceanside
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecate
6h 46m
$707–1,547

Dana Point to Tecate by bus, train, and tram

20Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

$517Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188 km
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Tecate, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tecate via Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8, Tustin, Santa Ana, Santa Ana Bus Stop, Cross Border Express Bus Station, and Tijuana International Airport in around 5h 57m.

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