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Los Angeles to El Centro Bus Schedule
Bus from Los Angeles to El Centro: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to El Centro. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to El Centro usually takes around 8 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 4 hours,
| Distance | 177 mi (286 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 0m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 564.54 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to El Centro?
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to El Centro cost CZK 888.79 on average. Tickets cheaper than CZK 888.79 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to El Centro by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Los Angeles to El Centro is expected to be between CZK 733 and CZK 1,340. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is July 31, 2025, when tickets are available for July 31, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just CZK 774.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 28 days in advance to save CZK 488.35 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to El Centro?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Los Angeles 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 5 | 6h 1m | CZK 1,167.61 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 8h 58m | CZK 1,133.28 |
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 5 trips per day from Los Angeles to El Centro, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 Los Angeles to El Centro every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 58 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to El Centro usually start from CZK 565.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Los Angeles to El Centro
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 177 miles from Los Angeles to El Centro. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Los Angeles to El Centro at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to El Centro, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 800 N Alameda St
Buses to El Centro leave from 5 stations in Los Angeles.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
800 N Alameda St
San Fernando Bus Station
North Hollywood Bus Station
Downtown - Vignes Lot
USC - 3492 S Hope St
Where does the bus arrive in El Centro?
Main arrival station: El Centro Bus Station
All buses from Los Angeles arrive at one main station in El Centro.
All bus stations in El Centro:
El Centro Bus Station
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