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

The cheapest way to get from Needles to El Centro is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Needles to El Centro is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Needles to El Centro?

The distance between Needles and El Centro is 420 miles. The road distance is 200.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Needles to El Centro without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 42m and costs $50 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 10h 42m to get from Needles to El Centro, including transfers.

Can I drive from Needles to El Centro?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to El Centro is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Needles to El Centro.

Where can I stay near El Centro?

There are 84+ hotels available in El Centro.

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Needles Station to San BernardinoSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to El Centro Bus StopFlixBus 2055
10h 42m
$54–196
Drive 199.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needles to El Centro199.7 mi
4h 13m
$37–53
Train, bus via San Diego
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to El Centro Bus Stop
13h 37m
$107–224

Needles to El Centro by train and bus

7Weekly Services

10h 42mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Needles to El Centro.

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Distance: 417.2 mi
Duration: 10h 42m

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

There is no direct connection from Needles to El Centro. However, you can take the train to San Bernardino, walk to 2nd @ L Street, take the line 1 bus to San Bernardino Transit Center, walk to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, then take the bus to El Centro Bus Stop. Alternatively, you can drive from Needles to El Centro in around 4h 13m.

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