What is the cheapest way to get from California to Mexico?

The cheapest way to get from California to Mexico is to fly and tram which costs $1700 - $5000 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Mexico?

The fastest way to get from California to Mexico is to fly and tram which takes 3h 51m and costs $1700 - $5000.

Is there a direct bus between California and Mexico?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Mexico. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Downtown and arriving at Bellas Artes via Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1 and Poniente 118. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 42m.

How far is it from California to Mexico?

The distance between California and Mexico is 240 km. The road distance is 2916.3 km.

How do I travel from California to Mexico without a car?

The best way to get from California to Mexico without a car is to bus via Tlaquepaque which takes 41h 42m and costs $4000 - $7000.

How long does it take to get from California to Mexico?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from California to Mexico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Mexico bus from?

California to Mexico bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the California to Mexico bus arrive?

California to Mexico bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at Terminal Tlaquepaque station.

Can I drive from California to Mexico?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Mexico is 2916 km. It takes approximately 33h 5m to drive from California to Mexico.

Where can I stay near Mexico?

There are 3294+ hotels available in Mexico.

California to Mexico - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from California to Mexico by plane, tram, bus, train, 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, tram
best
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Station
3h 51m
$1,706–5,025
Bus via Tlaquepaque
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Terminal TlaquepaqueSan José
2. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1 to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte
41h 42m
$4,037–6,597
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Antonio Station
2. Take the bus from San Antonio Station to Nuevo Laredo
3. Take the bus from Nuevo Laredo to Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueña
44h 41m
$6,356–11,936
Drive 2,916.3 km
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Mexico City2,916.3 km
33h 5m
$5,933–8,570
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Morelia
2. Take the bus from Morelia to Terminal Poniente - ObservatorioVía Toluca
2d 4h
$2,335–4,539
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte
2d 10h
$3,536–4,264

California to Mexico by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

41h 42mAverage Duration

$4,037Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from California to Mexico.

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Distance: 240.2 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between California, USA and Mexico?

You can take a bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Bellas Artes via Terminal Tlaquepaque, Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1, México D.F., Central De Autobuses Del Norte, and Poniente 118 in around 41h 42m.

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