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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Mexicali is to drive which costs $950 - $1400 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Mexicali is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $950 - $1400.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Mexicali?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Mexicali. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Central de Autobuses de Mexicali via Phoenix Bus Station and C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Tucson to Mexicali?

The distance between Tucson and Mexicali is 579 km. The road distance is 475.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Mexicali without a car is to bus via Phoenix which takes 8h 23m and costs $950 - $2400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 23m to get from Tucson to Mexicali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Mexicali bus from?

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

Where does the Tucson to Mexicali bus arrive?

Tucson to Mexicali bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Mexicali?

Mexicali is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 4:26 PM in Tucson and 3:26 PM in Mexicali.

Can I drive from Tucson to Mexicali?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Mexicali is 476 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Tucson to Mexicali.

Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 90+ hotels available in Mexicali.

Tucson to Mexicali - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Tucson to Mexicali by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, car, shuttle, 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 via Phoenix
best
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Calexico Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0851
8h 23m
$968–2,365
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Yuma Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from 3rd Street @ Gila Street to William Brook Ave @ B Streetbus 95
3. Take the bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicalibus
9h 11m
$697–8,940
Drive 475.6 km
1. Drive from Tucson to Mexicalicar 475.6 km
4h 53m
$967–1,396
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Imperial County Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)plane PHX - IPL
5h 12m
$4,777–12,012
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Nogalesbus San José / ...
2. Take the bus from Nogales to Mexicali Centro Cívicobus
14h 5m
$870–2,350
Fly Tucson to Yuma International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Yuma International Airport (YUM)plane TUS - YUM
2. Take the bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicalibus
8h 31m
$1,064–7,980
Fly Tucson to San Diego International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane TUS - SAN
2. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
7h 37m
$2,000–11,960
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Yuma International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Yuma International Airport (YUM)plane PHX - YUM
3. Take the bus from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicalibus
7h 56m
$3,276–9,392

Tucson to Mexicali by bus, train, and foot

6Weekly Services

9h 11mAverage Duration

$697Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tucson to Mexicali.

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Distance: 578.5 km
Duration: 8h 23m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Mexicali, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Tucson to Central de Autobuses de Mexicali via Phoenix Bus Station, Calexico Bus Station, and C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos in around 8h 23m.

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