Loretians have sustained and promoted their development from their solid spinal cord: the Licenciado Benito Juarez Garcia Transpeninsular Highway, which, once finished and inaugurated in 1973, expanded their opportunities for progress and well-being.
Getting There and Around:
By Air - To get to Loreto, your best bet is to fly there. You can get to Loreto by plane from Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Los Angeles (USA).
By Bus - The bus journey from Tijuana to Loreto, takes about 22 hours; then a further 5 hours from there to La Paz, and further 2 hours from there to Los Cabos.
By Car - Driving to Loreto from the southern border of the United States will take you aproximately 16-20 hours on Highway 1.
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By Ferry - If you are on Mexico's mainland, or want to get to it, there is a ferry that crosses the Sea of Cortez (also known as the Gulf of California) to and from La Paz to the port cities of Mazatlan and Los Mochis (Topolobambo). The ferry trip to/from Mazatlan takes 18 hours and does not run daily; sleeping cabins are available with advance bookings. The ferry to/from Los Mochis (Topolobambo) takes around 8 hours and does not sail daily either. Check the Ferry's website at: www.bajaferries.com for details of routes, schedules, prices and contact details. Getting to Loreto from La Paz will require a further journey northwards on Highway 1.
From the Airport - The airport is about 5 miles south of town. Taxis available from the airport into town. If you want to rent a car, agencies have desks inside the main airport terminal building. Booking in advance is likely to save you money (see Renting a Car, below).
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Taxis - Local taxis are widely available, but not metered, so agree your price before you get in. If you speak Spanish, you will have a distinct advantage and be able to negotiate a better price! Another good reason to Learn Spanish!
Rent a Car - If you want to see all of the amazing beaches and scenery which reside around the Loreto area, your best bet is to rent a car. See additional information about Driving in Mexico and Mexico's Toll Roads on Mexperience.
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By Local Bus - If your budget is tight or you want to see more of local life, local buses do run run frequently connecting Loreto to main places south of here: La Paz, Los Cabos and Todos Santos as well as other destinations further north of Loreto such as Mulege and Ensenada
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