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San Diego to Mexicali Bus Schedule
Bus from San Diego to Mexicali: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Mexicali. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Mexicali usually takes around 8 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (160 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 5m |
| Cheapest price | RON 112.74 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Mexicali?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Diego to Mexicali. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 8h 14m | RON 120.06 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from San Diego to Mexicali every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 14 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Mexicali usually start from RON 113.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Diego to Mexicali
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 100 miles from San Diego to Mexicali. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Mexicali. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Mexicali, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: San Ysidro Transit Center
San Diego has two bus stations with service to Mexicali.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Mexicali?
Main arrival station: Calzada Independecia
All buses from San Diego arrive at one main station in Mexicali.
All bus stations in Mexicali:
Calzada Independecia
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