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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to El Centro is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to El Centro is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and El Centro?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to El Centro. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at El Centro Bus Stop via Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Riverside to El Centro?

The distance between Riverside and El Centro is 165 miles. The road distance is 160.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to El Centro without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $20 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Riverside to El Centro, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Riverside to El Centro bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to El Centro?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to El Centro is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Riverside to El Centro.

Where can I stay near El Centro?

There are 84+ hotels available in El Centro.

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

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

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 Riverside to El Centro Bus StopFlixBus 2055
5h 16m
$20–87
Drive 159.8 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to El Centro159.8 mi
2h 54m
$30–43
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)LAX - IPL
4h 34m
$117–201

Riverside to El Centro by bus and foot (Flixbus)

7Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Riverside to El Centro Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $20–85 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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