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How to get fromEl Centro to Needlesby bus, train or car

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There are 3 ways to get from El Centro to Needles by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Bernardinobus bus FlixBus 2055
    2. Take the train from San Bernardino to Needles Stationtrain train Southwest Chief
    9h 25m
    $76–168

  2. Drive 199.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from El Centro to Needlescar car 199.7 mi
    4h 13m
    $37–53

  3. Bus, train via Indio

    1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus bus
    3. Take the train from San Bernardino to Needles Stationtrain train
    10h 38m
    $116–216

El Centro to Needles by bus and train

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration9h 25mAverage Duration
Ticket$76Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from El Centro to Needles. However, you can take the bus to San Bernardino, take the bus to 2nd @ L Street, walk to San Bernardino, then take the train to Needles Station. Alternatively, you can drive from El Centro to Needles in around 4h 13m.

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