Driving from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicali
Mexicali lies 67 km (42 mi) west of San Luis Río Colorado, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 1 min without stops, over roughly 82 km (51 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| San Luis Río Colorado | Mexicali | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 176,685 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 36 m (118 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Hermosillo) | UTC-7 (America/Tijuana) |
Where to book car hire from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicali
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Staying in Mexicali
Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Mexicali. Of the 40 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (21), and 3 are five-star. Across 28 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 15,602 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mexicali from San Luis Río Colorado?
67 km (42 mi) in a straight line, west of San Luis Río Colorado; by road roughly 82 km (51 mi).
How long does it take to get from San Luis Río Colorado to Mexicali by car?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Luis Río Colorado and Mexicali?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Mexicali?
Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Mexicali, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.