How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to El Centro?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to El Centro start from $27. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to El Centro?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to El Centro is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to El Centro route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to El Centro?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to El Centro at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to El Centro?

A bus trip from San Diego to El Centro generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Diego to El Centro?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12330 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to El Centro?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to El Centro?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to El Centro?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Diego to El Centro from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to El Centro on March 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:50am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2h 20m	12:10pm	El Centro Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 25m	5:00pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	10h 45m	5:30pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 55m	5:30pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	8h 40m	5:00pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:04 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to El Centro

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach El Centro. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

96 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $118	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$73 - $73	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and El Centro?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Stops in El Centro

A
El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall
3009 S Dogwood Rd, El Centro, CA 92243, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,337 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,529 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. San Diego El Centro recent customer reviews

Got there in a timely manner but the bus stunk like bathroom the whole way. Not pleasant.

Carlos Q.

October 27, 2025

Bus driver was rude

Lorenza R.

September 18, 2019

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to El Centro by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to El Centro?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to El Centro start from $27. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to El Centro?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to El Centro is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to El Centro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to El Centro?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to El Centro at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to El Centro?
A bus trip from San Diego to El Centro generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to El Centro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12330 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to El Centro?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to El Centro?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to El Centro?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03/18

$112

03/19

$28

Today

$22

03/21

$27

03/22

$21

03/23

$19

03/24

$41

03/25

$39

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to El Centro was searched and found on Mar 23, 2026 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to El Centro, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $113 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to El Centro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-03-23.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.