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

The cheapest bus tickets from Mexicali to Mexico City start from $148. The average price for this route is around $259. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus travel time from Mexicali to Mexico City is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 2197 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Elite .

Which bus companies service the Mexicali to Mexico City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Elite , ACN Autobuses , Chihuahuenses , Autotravel , Tufesa , TIM Express , Interbus de Sinaloa , Coordinados del Norte , Aguacaliente , Futura .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mexicali to Mexico City?

The earliest bus departs from Mexicali to Mexico City at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

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

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

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Aguacaliente , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mexicali to Mexico City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tufesa , with a punctuality rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Aguacaliente , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Mexicali to Mexico City from $150 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mexicali to Mexico City on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	1d 15h	6:20am	Zaragoza	Cheapest
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 13h	9:05am	Mexico D.F. Norte - 4907 EJE Central Lazaro Cardenas	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 22h	12:30am	Sur	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	1d 14h	5:50am	Av Instituto Politécnico Nacional 5008 - D.F.	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	1d 21h	11:40pm	Norte	No tags

Next departures for Mexicali to Mexico City on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	1d 15h	6:20am	Zaragoza	Cheapest
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 13h	9:05am	Mexico D.F. Norte - 4907 EJE Central Lazaro Cardenas	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 22h	12:30am	Sur	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	1d 14h	5:50am	Av Instituto Politécnico Nacional 5008 - D.F.	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	1d 21h	11:40pm	Norte	No tags

Next departures for Mexicali to Mexico City on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	1d 15h	6:20am	Zaragoza	Cheapest
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 13h	9:05am	Mexico D.F. Norte - 4907 EJE Central Lazaro Cardenas	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 22h	12:30am	Sur	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mexicali(Ejido Puebla) - Stop	1d 14h	6:20am	Zaragoza	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	1d 21h	11:40pm	Norte	No tags

Next departures for Mexicali to Mexico City on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	1d 15h	6:20am	Zaragoza	Cheapest
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 13h	9:05am	Mexico D.F. Norte - 4907 EJE Central Lazaro Cardenas	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 22h	12:30am	Sur	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mexicali(Ejido Puebla) - Stop	1d 14h	6:20am	Zaragoza	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	1d 21h	11:40pm	Norte	No tags

Next departures for Mexicali to Mexico City on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Mexicali Centro Civico - Stop	1d 15h	6:20am	Zaragoza	Cheapest
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 13h	9:05am	Mexico D.F. Norte - 4907 EJE Central Lazaro Cardenas	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Terminal de Autobuses de Mexicali	1d 22h	12:30am	Sur	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mexicali(Ejido Puebla) - Stop	1d 14h	5:50am	Av Instituto Politécnico Nacional 5008 - D.F.	No tags
Bus	12:05am	Mexicali Central Bus Station, Avenida Francisco Sarabia 1298, Mexicali	1d 21h	11:40pm	Norte	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mexicali to Mexico City

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mexico City. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

2184 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$148 - $513	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$151 - $161	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mexicali and Mexico City?

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

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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Compare bus companies

Elite

2.5/5173 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi1.2

ACN Autobuses

2.5/5143 reviews

Staff3.2

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.9

Chihuahuenses

3/5166 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.8

Autotravel

1.5/524 reviews

Staff2

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness1.6

Wifi0.6

Tufesa

3.5/5705 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.1

TIM Express

Interbus de Sinaloa

4/54 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Coordinados del Norte

Aguacaliente

3.5/532 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2

Futura

3.5/5752 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.7

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Mexicali to Mexico City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mexicali to Mexico City start from $148. The average price for this route is around $259. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mexicali to Mexico City?
The average bus travel time from Mexicali to Mexico City is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 2197 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Elite.
Which bus companies service the Mexicali to Mexico City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Elite, ACN Autobuses, Chihuahuenses, Autotravel, Tufesa, TIM Express, Interbus de Sinaloa, Coordinados del Norte, Aguacaliente, Futura.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mexicali to Mexico City?
The earliest bus departs from Mexicali to Mexico City at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexicali to Mexico City?
A bus trip from Mexicali to Mexico City generates an estimated 55 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mexicali to Mexico City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Aguacaliente, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mexicali to Mexico City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mexicali to Mexico City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tufesa, with a punctuality rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mexicali to Mexico City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Aguacaliente, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01-05

$159

01-06

$230

Today

$158

01-08

$158

01-09

$150

01-10

$151

01-11

$150

01-12

$150

The cheapest trip from Mexicali to Mexico City was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $150

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

You can expect to pay from $150 to $272 for a bus ticket from Mexicali to Mexico City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $150 which is on 2026-01-09.