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

The cheapest bus tickets from El Centro to San Diego start from $29. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 El Centro to San Diego?

The average bus trip duration from El Centro to San Diego is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from El Centro to San Diego at 8:35am. And the latest bus departs at 3:20pm.

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

A bus trip from El Centro to San Diego 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 El Centro to San Diego?

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 11380 reviews.

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

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 El Centro to San Diego?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Diego?

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.

Bus El Centro to San Diego from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for El Centro to San Diego on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:20pm	El Centro Bus Stop	2h 25m	5:45pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for El Centro to San Diego on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:20pm	El Centro Bus Stop	2h 25m	5:45pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for El Centro to San Diego on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:20pm	El Centro Bus Stop	2h 25m	5:45pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:04 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from El Centro to San Diego

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day

1h 55mAverage Duration

96 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $83	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$73 - $78	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Stops in El Centro

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

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,455 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from El Centro to San Diego, CA, US 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 El Centro to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Centro to San Diego start from $29. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 El Centro to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from El Centro to San Diego is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the El Centro to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from El Centro to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from El Centro to San Diego at 8:35am. And the latest bus departs at 3:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Centro to San Diego?
A bus trip from El Centro to San Diego 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 El Centro to San Diego?
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 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Centro to San Diego?
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 El Centro to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Diego?
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.

Best price found

11/25

$36

11/26

$160

Today

$128

11/28

$43

11/29

$31

11/30

$32

12/01

$29

12/02

$25

The cheapest trip from El Centro to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $160 for a bus ticket from El Centro to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-02.