Bus from San Diego, CA, US to El Centro: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to El Centro on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
El Centro Bus StopCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:20 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to El Centro

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach El Centro. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day
1h 45mAverage Duration
96 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$27 - $119Average Duration9h 10m
4kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$73 - $73Average Duration1h 45m
5kg CO₂e

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to El Centro?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to El Centro start from $27. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to El Centro?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to El Centro is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to El Centro route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to El Centro?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to El Centro at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to El Centro?

    A bus trip from San Diego to El Centro generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego to El Centro?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to El Centro?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to El Centro?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to El Centro?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/28
$32
11/29
$29
Today
$33
12/01
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12/02
$51
12/03
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12/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to El Centro was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $132 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to El Centro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-02.

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