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

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Phoenix is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $160 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Phoenix?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from El Centro to Phoenix?

The distance between El Centro and Phoenix is 218 miles. The road distance is 245 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Centro to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $30 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from El Centro to Phoenix, including transfers.

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

El Centro to Phoenix bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from El Centro to Phoenix?

The best way to get from El Centro to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $160 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $90 and takes 5h.

Where does the El Centro to Phoenix bus arrive?

El Centro to Phoenix bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between El Centro and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h ahead of El Centro. It is currently 12:06 AM in El Centro and 1:06 AM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from El Centro to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Phoenix is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from El Centro to Phoenix.

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

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

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2753+ hotels available in Phoenix.

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

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

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

Fly from Imperial County Airport
best
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Phoenix (PHX)IPL - PHX
1h 51m
$161–663
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Phoenix Bus StationGreyhound US0851
5h
$30–90
Drive 243.6 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Phoenix243.6 mi
4h 2m
$45–65
Bus to San Diego International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Phoenix (PHX)SAN - PHX
5h 13m
$361–912

El Centro to Phoenix by bus

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Distance: 216.4 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Southern Airways Express flies from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Phoenix (PHX) once daily. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Phoenix Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 5h. Flixbus USA also services this route 6 times a week.

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