Mexicali to Tempe by bus
Tempe lies 342 km (212 mi) east of Mexicali, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 23 min including stops, over roughly 417 km (259 mi) of road.
| Mexicali | Tempe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 1 million | 175,826 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 360 m (1,181 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Tijuana) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 21396–22703 | 85280–85288 |
What changes when you arrive in Tempe
Crossing from Mexico into United States: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Mexicali to Tempe
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Staying in Tempe
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Common questions
How far is Tempe from Mexicali?
342 km (212 mi) in a straight line, east of Mexicali; by road roughly 417 km (259 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mexicali to Tempe by bus?
About 6 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mexicali and Tempe?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Tempe?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.