Find coaches from San Francisco, US to El Centro

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Francisco to El Centro on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
    		Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
    		El Centro Bus StopNo tags
    FlixBus + Greyhound
      		Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd
      		El Centro Bus StopNo tags
      FlixBus
        		409 Townsend St, SF
        		El Centro Bus StopNo tags
        Greyhound
          		San Francisco Bus Station
          		El Centro Bus StopNo tags
          FlixBus + Greyhound
            		409 Townsend St, SF
            		El Centro Bus StopNo tags

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            Get from San Francisco to El Centro

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            3bus per day
            17h 50mAverage duration
            833 kmDistance
            21kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus San Francisco, US to El Centro: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$88
            Average bus trip duration17h 50m
            Number of daily buses3
            Earliest bus departure06:30
            Distance833 km
            Latest bus departure23:25

            San Francisco to El Centro Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - El Centro

            1. How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to El Centro cost?

              The bus ticket price from San Francisco to El Centro starts at US$72. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to El Centro is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to El Centro?

              The average travel time between San Francisco and El Centro is around 17h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 838 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and El Centro?

              The number of buses from San Francisco to El Centro can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to El Centro by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to El Centro?

              When taking the bus from San Francisco to El Centro, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to El Centro?

              Buses travelling between San Francisco and El Centro leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to El Centro was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$66

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

            You can expect to pay from US$66 to US$66 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to El Centro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$66, which is on 2025-11-03.

            Usually Greyhound 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.

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            Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Francisco to El Centro.

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            Did you know?

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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