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

The cheapest way to get from Mexicali to Riverside is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mexicali to Riverside is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Mexicali and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexicali to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Central de Autobuses de Mexicali and arriving at Magnolia + Beatty via Calexico Bus Station and UCR at Bannockburn Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Mexicali to Riverside?

The distance between Mexicali and Riverside is 181 miles. The road distance is 176.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mexicali to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $22 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Mexicali to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexicali to Riverside bus from?

Mexicali to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Calexico Bus Station.

Where does the Mexicali to Riverside bus arrive?

Mexicali to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Riverside station.

Can I drive from Mexicali to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexicali to Riverside is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Mexicali to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 229+ hotels available in Riverside.

Mexicali to Riverside - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Mexicali to Riverside by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to Riversidebus FlixBus 2055
6h 1m
$23–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
2. Take the train from San Diego to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the train from Santa Ana to Riverside - Downtowntrain
8h 3m
$53–89
Drive 175.4 mi
1. Drive from Mexicali to Riversidecar 175.4 mi
3h 7m
$32–47
Fly, train
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain
5h 49m
$110–193

Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

17Weekly Planes

1h 31mAverage Duration

$89Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mexicali to Riverside.

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Calexico Bus Station to Riverside once daily. Tickets cost $21–90 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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