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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | El Centro Bus Stop | Los Angeles Union Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | El Centro Bus Stop | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | El Centro Bus Stop | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | El Centro Bus Stop | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | El Centro Bus Stop | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags |
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Get from El Centro to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 614, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Centro and Los Angeles?
Stops in El Centro
- A
El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall
3009 S Dogwood Rd, El Centro, CA 92243, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Centro to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from El Centro to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Centro to Los Angeles start at R 614. The average price for this route is around R 1 027. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from El Centro to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from El Centro to Los Angeles is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 286 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the El Centro to Los Angeles route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from El Centro to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from El Centro to Los Angeles at 08:35. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Centro to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from El Centro to Los Angeles produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from El Centro to Los Angeles?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Centro to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from El Centro to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Centro to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller 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.
The cheapest trip from El Centro to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 671To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Centro to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 671 to R 981 for a bus ticket from El Centro to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 671, which is on 2025-12-19.
