What is the travel distance from El Centro to Ontario?

About 152 miles (245 km) separate El Centro and Ontario.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from El Centro to Ontario?

The majority of buses traveling from El Centro to Ontario start their journey at El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall and wind up at Ontario California Bus Stop Carl's Jr & Teriyaki House. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus El Centro to Ontario from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for El Centro to Ontario on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	El Centro Bus Stop	4h 30m	4:15pm	Montclair (Ontario)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	El Centro Bus Stop	8h 30m	1:30am	Montclair (Ontario)	No tags
Bus	11:45am	El Centro Bus Stop	4h 30m	4:15pm	Montclair (Ontario)	No tags
Bus	8:45am	El Centro Bus Stop	4h 30m	1:15pm	Montclair (Ontario)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	El Centro Bus Stop	8h 30m	1:30am	Montclair (Ontario)	No tags

Get from El Centro to Ontario

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

152 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in El Centro and Ontario?

Stops in El Centro

A - El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall

Stops in Ontario

A - Ontario California Bus Stop Carl's Jr & Teriyaki House

B - Ontario Tufesa Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from El Centro to Ontario, CA by bus

What is the travel distance from El Centro to Ontario?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from El Centro to Ontario?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$36

11/17

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Today

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11/19

$37

11/20

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11/21

$46

11/22

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The cheapest trip from El Centro to Ontario, CA was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $36

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 Ontario, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $36 to $60 for a bus ticket from El Centro to Ontario, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-19.