What is the cheapest way to get from El Centro to California?

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to California is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Centro to California?

The fastest way to get from El Centro to California is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $100 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and California?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from El Centro to California?

The distance between El Centro and California is 201 miles. The road distance is 213.4 miles.

How do I travel from El Centro to California without a car?

The best way to get from El Centro to California without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $27 - $90.

How long does it take to get from El Centro to California?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from El Centro to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Centro to California bus from?

El Centro to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from El Centro to California?

The best way to get from El Centro to California is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $100 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $90 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the El Centro to California bus arrive?

El Centro to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from El Centro to California?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to California is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from El Centro to California.

How do I get a bus ticket from El Centro to California?

Book your El Centro to California bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 2584+ hotels available in California.

El Centro to California - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from El Centro to California by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
2h 56m
$107–187
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2055 / ...
5h 45m
$27–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 24m
$64–111
Drive 212.2 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Los Angelescar 212.2 mi
3h 41m
$39–56

El Centro to California by bus (Flixbus)

13Weekly Buses

5h 45mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from El Centro to California.

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Distance: 200.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between El Centro, CA, USA and California, USA?

Southern Airways Express flies from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) twice daily. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals twice daily. Tickets cost $27–90 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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