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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to El Centro is to bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to El Centro is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $90 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and El Centro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Phoenix Bus Station station and arriving at El Centro Bus Stop. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Phoenix to El Centro?

The distance between Phoenix and El Centro is 218 miles. The road distance is 245.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to El Centro without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Phoenix to El Centro, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Phoenix to El Centro?

The best way to get from Phoenix to El Centro is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $90 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Phoenix to El Centro bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Phoenix to El Centro?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to El Centro is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Phoenix to El Centro.

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

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

Where can I stay near El Centro?

There are 86+ hotels available in El Centro.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)plane PHX - IPL
2h 16m
$93–611
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
5h 10m
$35–65
Drive 243.7 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to El Centrocar 243.7 mi
4h 1m
$45–65

Phoenix to El Centro by bus

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5h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Southern Airways Express and Advanced Air, LLC fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL) once daily. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to El Centro Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Flixbus USA also services this route 6 times a week.

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