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

The cheapest way to get from Needles to Mexicali is to drive which costs $650 - $1000 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Needles to Mexicali is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs $650 - $1000.

How far is it from Needles to Mexicali?

The distance between Needles and Mexicali is 696 km. The road distance is 329.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Needles to Mexicali without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 50m and costs $1200 - $3800.

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

It takes approximately 11h 50m to get from Needles to Mexicali, including transfers.

Can I drive from Needles to Mexicali?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to Mexicali is 329 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Needles to Mexicali.

Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 90+ hotels available in Mexicali.

Needles to Mexicali - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Needles to Mexicali 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 Needles Station to San BernardinoSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Calexico Bus StationFlixBus 2055
11h 50m
$1,260–3,718
Drive 329.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Needles to Mexicali329.3 km
4h 32m
$669–966
Train, bus via San Diego
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
3. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicali
14h 27m
$1,680–3,477

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Needles to Mexicali.

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Distance: 696 km
Duration: 11h 50m

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

There is no direct connection from Needles to Mexicali. However, you can take the train to San Bernardino, walk to 2nd @ L Street, take the line 1 bus to San Bernardino Transit Center, walk to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, take the bus to Calexico Bus Station, walk to C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, then take the bus to Central de Autobuses de Mexicali. Alternatively, you can drive from Needles to Mexicali in around 4h 32m.

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