How much is the bus ticket from Mexico City to Mexicali?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Mexicali start at R 2 010. The average price for this route is around R 3 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Mexico City to Mexicali?

The average bus journey time from Mexico City to Mexicali is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 2186 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Turistar .

Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Mexicali route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ACN Autobuses , Autotravel , Chihuahuenses , Turistar , Elite , Futura , ETN .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mexico City to Mexicali?

The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Mexicali at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:01.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Mexicali?

A bus trip from Mexico City to Mexicali produces an estimated 55 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Mexico City to Mexicali?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETN , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 221 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mexico City to Mexicali?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ETN has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mexico City to Mexicali?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ETN , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mexico City to Mexicali?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETN , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Mexico City to Mexicali from R 1 996 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Mexico City to Mexicali on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Zaragoza	1d 16h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	Cheapest
Bus	23:01	Norte	1d 13h	10:43	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	Fastest
Bus	22:30	Av Instituto Politécnico Nacional 5008 - D.F.	1d 15h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	No tags
Bus	08:00	Norte	1d 19h	01:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags
Bus	10:30	Norte	1d 16h	01:05	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags

Next departures from Mexico City to Mexicali on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:20	Norte	1d 19h	19:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	Cheapest
Bus	21:01	Norte	1d 13h	08:43	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Norte	1d 19h	01:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags
Bus	10:30	Norte	1d 16h	01:05	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags
Bus	13:00	Norte	1d 21h	08:30	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags

Next departures from Mexico City to Mexicali on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Zaragoza	1d 16h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	Cheapest
Bus	21:01	Norte	1d 13h	08:43	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	Fastest
Bus	22:30	Av Instituto Politécnico Nacional 5008 - D.F.	1d 15h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	No tags
Bus	01:20	Norte	1d 19h	19:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags
Bus	08:00	Norte	1d 19h	01:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags

Next departures from Mexico City to Mexicali on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Av Instituto Politécnico Nacional 5008 - D.F.	1d 15h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	Cheapest
Bus	21:01	Norte	1d 13h	08:43	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	Fastest
Bus	22:00	Zaragoza	1d 16h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	No tags
Bus	01:15	Norte	1d 15h	14:15	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags
Bus	01:20	Norte	1d 19h	19:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags

Next departures from Mexico City to Mexicali on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Zaragoza	1d 16h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	Cheapest
Bus	14:30	Norte	1d 13h	02:20	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	Fastest
Bus	22:30	Av Instituto Politécnico Nacional 5008 - D.F.	1d 15h	12:03	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	No tags
Bus	01:20	Norte	1d 19h	19:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags
Bus	08:00	Norte	1d 19h	01:00	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:47 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Mexico City to Mexicali

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Mexicali. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 010, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 16hAverage duration

2186 kmDistance

55kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 010 - R 3 828	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 987 - R 1 987	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mexico City and Mexicali?

Stops in Mexico City

A
Sur
Terminal del Sur, Av. Taxqueña No. 1320 (Col. Campestre Churubusco), 04200 Coyoacán - Ciudad de Mexico
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B
Zaragoza
Calz. Ignacio Zaragoza 564d, 4 Árboles, 15730 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
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C
Norte
Terminal del Norte, Eje Central 271, Magdalena de las Salinas, 07760 Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
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D
TAPO
Terminal de Autobuses de Pasajeros de Oriente, Calz. Ignacio Zaragoza 200, 10 de Mayo, 15290 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
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E
Mexico City Airport
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F
Aeropuerto MEX T2
Calle Economía, Aeropuerto Int de La Cd de México, 15620 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
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Stops in Mexicali

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali
Calzada Independencia No. 1244 (entre Blvd. Anahuac y Lopez Mateos, Col. Centro Civico), 21000 Mexicali
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B
Nuevo Mexicali
Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas 2666 -1 , Fraccionamiento, Col. Nuevo Mexicali
C
Restaurant El Mexicano
México 2, Puebla, 21620 Puebla, B.C., Mexico
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D
Apozol Central 27
Apozol Central 27, Zacatecas, Mexicali, B.C., Mexico
E
Bvld Lázaro Cárdenas
Blvrd Lázaro Cárdenas #3295, Mexicali, B.C., Mexico

Compare bus companies

ACN Autobuses

2.5/5143 reviews

Staff3.2

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.9

Autotravel

1.5/524 reviews

Staff2

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness1.6

WiFi0.6

Chihuahuenses

3/5164 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi1.8

Turistar

4/520 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.2

Elite

2.5/5172 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi1.2

Based on 172 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Elite ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 472

Elite Select Mexico City Mexicali recent customer reviews

The bus was hijacked by unknown men and took money from me and a few other passengers who were black

Ndifon A.

26 June 2023

Too many military posts

Iaroslav G.

28 October 2018

Futura

3.5/5744 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.7

ETN

4.5/5227 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

WiFi2.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mexico City to Mexicali by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Mexico City to Mexicali?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Mexicali start at R 2 010. The average price for this route is around R 3 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mexico City to Mexicali?
The average bus journey time from Mexico City to Mexicali is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 2186 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Turistar.
Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Mexicali route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ACN Autobuses, Autotravel, Chihuahuenses, Turistar, Elite, Futura, ETN.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mexico City to Mexicali?
The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Mexicali at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:01.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Mexicali?
A bus trip from Mexico City to Mexicali produces an estimated 55 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Mexico City to Mexicali?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETN, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 221 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mexico City to Mexicali?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ETN has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mexico City to Mexicali?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ETN, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mexico City to Mexicali?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETN, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/12

R 2 539

29/12

R 2 545

Today

R 2 540

31/12

R 3 197

The cheapest trip from Mexico City to Mexicali was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 539

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mexico City to Mexicali as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 539 to R 3 523 for a bus ticket from Mexico City to Mexicali based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 197, which is on 2025-12-31.