How far is San Diego from El Centro by coach?

The journey from El Centro to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 95 miles (153 km).

Is there a way to reach San Diego from El Centro without a car?

The best way to go from El Centro to San Diego without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus El Centro to San Diego from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from El Centro to San Diego on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:20	El Centro Bus Stop	2h 25m	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures from El Centro to San Diego on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:20	El Centro Bus Stop	2h 25m	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:35 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from El Centro to San Diego

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day

1h 55mAverage duration

96 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£22 - £65	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£57 - £61	Average duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,379 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in El Centro and San Diego?

Stops in El Centro

A - El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from El Centro to San Diego, CA, US

How far is San Diego from El Centro by coach?
The journey from El Centro to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 95 miles (153 km).
Is there a way to reach San Diego from El Centro without a car?
The best way to go from El Centro to San Diego without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£22

17/11

£28

Today

£21

19/11

£29

20/11

£35

21/11

£46

22/11

£23

23/11

£27

The cheapest trip from El Centro to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Centro to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £46 for a bus ticket from El Centro to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-11-22.