What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Tecate?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Tecate is to drive which costs $470 - $700 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Tecate?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Tecate is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $470 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Tecate?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Tecate. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Tecate via Indio Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos and Mexicali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Tecate?

The distance between Palm Desert and Tecate is 311 km. The road distance is 232 km.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Tecate without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Tecate without a car is to bus via Mexicali which takes 6h 54m and costs $650 - $2300.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Tecate?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Palm Desert to Tecate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Tecate bus from?

Palm Desert to Tecate bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Tecate bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Tecate bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Calexico Bus Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Tecate?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Tecate is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Palm Desert to Tecate.

Where can I stay near Tecate?

There are 10+ hotels available in Tecate.

Palm Desert to Tecate - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Palm Desert to Tecate by bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Bus via Mexicali
best
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Calexico Bus StationFlixBus 2055 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tecate
6h 54m
$664–2,233
Drive 232 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Tecate232 km
3h 13m
$479–691
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to Cross Border Express, San DiegoEl Paso
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Tecate
11h 10m
$1,119–1,698

Palm Desert to Tecate by bus and foot

13Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

$664Cheapest Price

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Distance: 311.4 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Tecate, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Tecate via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, Calexico Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, and Mexicali in around 6h 54m.

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