What is the cheapest way to get from El Centro to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Dana Point is to bus and line 1 bus and train which costs $28 - $50 and takes 8h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Centro to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Dana Point is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Los Angeles and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from El Centro to Dana Point?

The distance between El Centro and Dana Point is 276 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Centro to Dana Point without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 10m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from El Centro to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from El Centro to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Centro to Dana Point bus from?

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

Where does the El Centro to Dana Point bus arrive?

El Centro to Dana Point bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Dana Point is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from El Centro to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 284+ hotels available in Dana Point.

El Centro to Dana Point - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

There are 5 ways to get from El Centro to Dana Point by bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 10m
$39–74
Bus, line 1 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Riversidebus
2. Take the bus from UCR at Bannockburn Village to Corona Transit Centerbus 1
3. Take the train from Corona - North Main to Tustintrain
8h 44m
$29–46
Drive 167.2 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Dana Pointcar 167.2 mi
2h 51m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 36m
$44–75
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Bernardinobus FlixBus 2055
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Tustintrain IE-OC Line
7h 48m
$31–50

El Centro to Dana Point by bus, foot, and train

6Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from El Centro to Dana Point.

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Distance: 274.2 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Los Angeles Downtown, Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 7h 36m.

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