What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali is to drive which costs $600 - $950 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Mexicali is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $600 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Mexicali?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Mexicali. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Mexicali via Santa Ana Bus Stop and Tijuana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Irvine to Mexicali?

The distance between Irvine and Mexicali is 344 km. The road distance is 312.5 km.

How do I travel from Irvine to Mexicali without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Mexicali without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 8m and costs $800 - $1500.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Mexicali?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Irvine to Mexicali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Mexicali bus from?

Irvine to Mexicali bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

Where does the Irvine to Mexicali bus arrive?

Irvine to Mexicali bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Mexicali?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Mexicali is 313 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Irvine to Mexicali.

Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 91+ hotels available in Mexicali.

Irvine to Mexicali - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Irvine to Mexicali by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, 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 Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicali
7h 8m
$846–1,458
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoLos Angeles
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicali
8h 47m
$586–2,386
Bus via Tijuana
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Ysidro Bus TerminalGreyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicali
7h 20m
$726–1,536
Drive 312.5 km
1. Drive from Irvine to Mexicali312.5 km
3h 38m
$635–917
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Imperial County Airport
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)LAX - IPL
4h 29m
$2,001–3,330
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Yuma International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Yuma International Airport (YUM)SNA - YUM
2. Take the bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicali
7h 4m
$1,195–7,547

Irvine to Mexicali by bus and foot

35Weekly Services

8h 47mAverage Duration

$586Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Irvine to Mexicali.

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Distance: 344.1 km
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Mexicali, Mexico?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Mexicali via Santa Ana Bus Stop, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, and Tijuana in around 7h 20m.

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