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

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Riverside is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Riverside is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Riverside. However, there are services departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Magnolia + Beatty via UCR at Bannockburn Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from El Centro to Riverside?

The distance between El Centro and Riverside is 164 miles. The road distance is 161.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Centro to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $21 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from El Centro to Riverside, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the El Centro to Riverside bus arrive?

El Centro to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Riverside station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Riverside is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from El Centro to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 237+ hotels available in Riverside.

El Centro to Riverside - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from El Centro to Riverside by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or train

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to RiversideFlixBus 2055
4h 23m
$21–87
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Riverside160.2 mi
2h 53m
$30–43
Fly, train
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)IPL - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown
5h 26m
$117–201

El Centro to Riverside by bus and foot (Flixbus)

7Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Riverside once daily. Tickets cost $20–85 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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