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San Diego to El Centro Coach Timetable
Coach from San Diego to El Centro: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to El Centro. Traveling by coach from San Diego to El Centro usually takes around 6 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 93 mi (150 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 10m |
| Cheapest price | £17.60 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to El Centro?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Diego to El Centro cost £25.46 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 26 days in advance to save up to £28.43.
What coach companies travel from San Diego to El Centro?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Diego to El Centro that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 9h 2m | £59.71 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 5h 37m | £31.13 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from San Diego to El Centro, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from San Diego to El Centro every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to El Centro usually start from £18.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from San Diego to El Centro
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 93 miles from San Diego to El Centro. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 07:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to El Centro, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
Coaches to El Centro leave from 4 stations in San Diego.
All coach stations in San Diego:
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
San Ysidro Transit Center
La Jolla - UC San Diego
Where does the coach arrive in El Centro?
Main arrival station: El Centro Bus Station
All coaches from San Diego arrive at one main station in El Centro.
Coach stations in El Centro:
El Centro Bus Station
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