What is the cheapest way to get from Mexico to California?

The cheapest way to get from Mexico to California is to drive and fly which costs $55 - $310 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mexico to California?

The fastest way to get from Mexico to California is to drive and fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $55 - $310.

How far is it from Mexico to California?

The distance between Mexico and California is 159 miles. The road distance is 1821 miles.

How do I travel from Mexico to California without a car?

The best way to get from Mexico to California without a car is to bus via Mazatlán which takes 40h 53m and costs $170 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Mexico to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexico to California bus from?

Mexico to California bus services, operated by Autobuses Elite, depart from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte station.

Where does the Mexico to California bus arrive?

Mexico to California bus services, operated by Autobuses Elite, arrive at Mazatlán station.

Can I drive from Mexico to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexico to California is 1821 miles. It takes approximately 33h 16m to drive from Mexico to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 3396+ hotels available in California.

Mexico to California - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Mexico and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexico to California. However, there are services departing from Donceles and arriving at Olive / General Thaddeus Kosciuszko via Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte, Mazatlán and 7th / Decatur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 53m.

There are 6 ways to get from Mexico to California by car, plane, bus, train, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Tijuana to Cross Border Express, San Diegocar
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3h 46m
$55–310
Bus via Mazatlán
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Mazatlánbus
2. Take the bus from Mazatlán to Los Angelesbus
40h 53m
$171–292
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to San Antoniobus
2. Take the train from San Antonio Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2d 3h
$442–972
Drive 1,810.4 mi
1. Drive from Mexico City to Los Angelescar 1,810.4 mi
33h 16m
$331–478
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Mexicalibus
2. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2055 / ...
2d 1h
$216–448
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Los Angelesbus
2d 10h
$198–232

Mexico to California by bus

7Weekly Buses

40h 53mAverage Duration

$171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Mexico and California, USA?

You can take a bus from Donceles to Olive / General Thaddeus Kosciuszko via Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte, Mazatlán, Los Angeles, and 7th / Decatur in around 40h 53m.

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