What is the cheapest way to get from Mexicali to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Mexicali to San Diego is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mexicali to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Mexicali to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Mexicali and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexicali to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Mexicali and arriving at San Diego via Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Mexicali to San Diego?

The distance between Mexicali and San Diego is 123 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

How do I travel from Mexicali to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Mexicali to San Diego without a car is to bus and tram which takes 3h 3m and costs $18 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Mexicali to San Diego?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Mexicali to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexicali to San Diego bus from?

Mexicali to San Diego bus services, operated by Omnibus de Mexico, depart from Mexicali station.

Where does the Mexicali to San Diego bus arrive?

Mexicali to San Diego bus services, operated by Omnibus de Mexico, arrive at Tijuana station.

Can I drive from Mexicali to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexicali to San Diego is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Mexicali to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1964+ hotels available in San Diego.

Mexicali to San Diego - 3 ways to travel via bus, tram, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Mexicali to San Diego by bus, tram, 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, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Fifth Avenue StationBlue
3h 3m
$19–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to San DiegoTijuana
6h 19m
$17–107
Drive 120.5 mi
1. Drive from Mexicali to San Diego120.5 mi
2h 26m
$22–32

Mexicali to San Diego by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.3 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Mexicali to San Diego via Tijuana and Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano in around 6h 19m.

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