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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Mexicali is to drive which costs $550 - $850 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Mexicali is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $550 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Mexicali?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Mexicali. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at Central de Autobuses de Mexicali via Riverside and C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Riverside to Mexicali?

The distance between Riverside and Mexicali is 289 km. The road distance is 282.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Mexicali without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $600 - $1500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Riverside to Mexicali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Mexicali bus from?

Riverside to Mexicali bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Mexicali bus arrive?

Riverside to Mexicali bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Calexico Bus Station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Mexicali?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Mexicali is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Riverside to Mexicali.

Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 90+ hotels available in Mexicali.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Mexicali by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, 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 Riverside to Calexico Bus StationFlixBus 2055
6h 24m
$624–1,446
Drive 282.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Mexicali282.3 km
3h 6m
$574–828
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Ana
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
3. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicali
8h 11m
$966–1,600
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)LAX - IPL
4h 57m
$2,046–3,488

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

17Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$1,596Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Riverside to Mexicali.

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Distance: 288.6 km
Duration: 6h 24m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Riverside to Calexico Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $600–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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