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

The cheapest way to get from Tapachula to Mexicali is to bus which costs $2000 - $2900 and takes 2 days 20h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tapachula to Mexicali is to fly which takes 7h 53m and costs $5000 - $16000.

Is there a direct bus between Tapachula and Mexicali?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tapachula and arriving at Mexicali. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Tapachula to Mexicali?

The distance between Tapachula and Mexicali is 3087 km. The road distance is 3649.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tapachula to Mexicali without a car is to bus via Mexico City which takes 2 days 5h and costs $4000 - $7000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Tapachula to Mexicali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tapachula to Mexicali bus from?

Tapachula to Mexicali bus services, operated by Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC), depart from Tapachula station.

Bus or fly from Tapachula to Mexicali?

The best way to get from Tapachula to Mexicali is to fly which takes 7h 53m and costs $5000 - $16000. Alternatively, you can bus via Mexico City, which costs $4000 - $7000 and takes 2 days 5h.

Where does the Tapachula to Mexicali bus arrive?

Tapachula to Mexicali bus services, operated by Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC), arrive at Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte station.

What is the time difference between Tapachula and Mexicali?

Mexicali is 2h behind Tapachula. It is currently 7:22 PM in Tapachula and 5:22 PM in Mexicali.

Can I drive from Tapachula to Mexicali?

Yes, the driving distance between Tapachula to Mexicali is 3650 km. It takes approximately 42h 5m to drive from Tapachula to Mexicali.

Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 92+ hotels available in Mexicali.

Tapachula to Mexicali - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Tapachula to Mexicali by plane, 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.

Fly to General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport (MXL)plane TAP - MXL
7h 53m
$5,420–15,506
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Mexicalibus Tapachula
2d 20h
$2,000–2,900
Bus via Mexico City
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to México Citybus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueña to Mexicalibus
2d 5h
$4,060–6,662
Drive 3,649.9 km
1. Drive from Tapachula to Mexicalicar 3,649.9 km
42h 5m
$6,666–9,629
Fly to Tijuana International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)plane TAP - TIJ
2. Take the bus from Tijuana International Airport to Mexicalibus
8h 22m
$3,610–13,966
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Mexicalibus
2d 11h
$4,906–10,263

Tapachula to Mexicali by bus

35Weekly Buses

2d 11hAverage Duration

$4,906Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tapachula to Mexicali.

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Distance: 3,086.5 km
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Tapachula, Mexico and Mexicali, Mexico?

Aeroméxico and Volaris fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tapachula to Mexicali via México City, Balbuena, Pino Suárez, Tasqueña, and Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueña in around 2d 5h.

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