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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Stockton (GLI), CA | El Centro Bus Stop | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Stockton (GLI), CA | El Centro Bus Stop | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:11 PM PST.
Get from Stockton to El Centro
The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Stockton and El Centro?
Stops in Stockton
- A
Stockton Bus Station
121 S Center St, Stockton, CA 95202 - B
Martin Luther King Blvd
330 E. Martin Luther King Blvd , CA 95206 , USA
Stops in El Centro
- A
El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall
3009 S Dogwood Rd, El Centro, CA 92243, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stockton, CA 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Stockton to El Centro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stockton to El Centro start from $129. The average price for this route is around $170. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Stockton to El Centro?
The average bus trip duration from Stockton to El Centro is 17h, covering a distance of 480 miles (774 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Stockton to El Centro route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stockton to El Centro?
The earliest bus departs from Stockton to El Centro at 4:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stockton to El Centro?
A bus trip from Stockton to El Centro generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Stockton to El Centro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stockton to El Centro?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Stockton 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stockton 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.
The cheapest trip from Stockton, CA to El Centro was searched and found on Jan 1, 2026 with a price of $155To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stockton, CA to El Centro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $155 to $229 for a bus ticket from Stockton, CA to El Centro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $229 which is on 2026-01-04.
