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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Calexico. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Calexico usually takes around 2 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Desert Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
Distance | 97 mi (156 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 25m |
Cheapest price | $50.00 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Desert Bus Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Calexico?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Diego to Calexico. Desert Bus Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Desert Bus Lines | 2 | 2h 33m | $54.21 |
Book Desert Bus Lines from San Diego to Calexico from $50. There are 2 trips per day offered by Desert Bus Lines from San Diego to Calexico and you can expect on average to pay for a Desert Bus Lines ticket to Calexico. In San Diego, Desert Bus Lines departs to Calexico from Old Town - 4005 Taylor St and one other station. In Calexico, Desert Bus Lines arrives at 123 E 1st St .
An average trip on Desert Bus Lines from San Diego to Calexico takes 2 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Desert Bus Lines trip will get you to Calexico in 2 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Desert Bus Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Calexico.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 97 miles from San Diego to Calexico. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from San Diego to Calexico for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Calexico, 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: Old Town - 4005 Taylor St
San Diego has two bus stations with service to Calexico.
All bus stations in San Diego:
Old Town - 4005 Taylor St
San Diego International Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Calexico?
Main arrival station: 123 E 1st St
All buses from San Diego arrive at one main station in Calexico.
All bus stations in Calexico:
123 E 1st St
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